Crown Lengthening - Dublin, PA

Expert Crown Lengthening for a Balanced, Radiant Smile

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Comprehensive Care for Healthier, More Proportionate Smiles

A “gummy” smile can make you feel self-conscious and hold back your natural confidence. If you’re unhappy with the appearance of short teeth or excessive gum visibility, Dr. Joseph Mustazza and our team offer customized crown lengthening treatments in Dublin, PA, to help create a more balanced, attractive smile.

Using a careful and personalized approach, Dr. Mustazza evaluates the exact cause of your gummy smile to design a treatment plan that enhances both function and aesthetics. The result is a healthier, more confident smile that looks as natural as it feels!

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What Is Crown Lengthening?

Crown lengthening is a specialized dental procedure that exposes more of the tooth’s surface by removing excess gum tissue. At Buxmont Periodontics, we specialize in tooth lengthening procedures in Dublin, PA, to improve the appearance of your smile, address gum issues, and create a more harmonious balance between your teeth and gums.

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Common Causes of Gummy Smiles

Enhancing Longevity and Function with Crown Lengthening in Dublin, PA

When trying to save your natural teeth, it is always best to consider longevity when developing your treatment plan. In many cases, after a tooth has fractured or is extensively decayed, there is often minimal tooth structure available for restoration. Additionally, our teeth have a buffer zone, known as the biologic width, where the natural tooth ends and a prosthesis, such as a crown or restoration, begins.

If this biological width is violated, our bodies will often try to reject our restorations as if they were a foreign object, creating inflammation, bleeding, pocketing, or even recession. Crown lengthening in Dublin, PA, can be performed to address the biological and structural needs of your tooth, allowing your dentist to fabricate an ideal restoration for you.

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How Our Crown Lengthening Process Works

During your initial consultation, we will assess your oral health, discuss your concerns and goals, and develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.

Local anesthesia will be administered to ensure your comfort during the procedure. The excess gum tissue is carefully removed, exposing more of the tooth surface. If necessary, the underlying bone may also be reshaped.

After the crown lengthening, also known as the crown extension procedure, you will be provided with post-operative instructions to help you heal. It is essential to maintain good oral hygiene practices and attend follow-up appointments to monitor your progress and ensure optimal results.

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Enjoy Advanced Periodontal Care with a Patient-First Approach

Patients choose Buxmont Periodontics for their procedure because our team combines specialized expertise with a deep commitment to exceptional care. Our experienced periodontist, Dr. Mustazza, uses advanced techniques to ensure precise, effective, and lasting results.

Every treatment is personalized to meet your unique needs, goals, and oral health condition. Most importantly, our patient-centered approach ensures your comfort, understanding, and confidence throughout every step of your treatment.

The Proof Is in our Patients

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Say Goodbye to a Gummy Smile!

Schedule your consultation for crown lengthening in Dublin, PA, today.