Crown lengthening is recommended for an array of dental conditions. The most common conditions requiring crown lengthening are: teeth that are too short, tooth decay that is severe below the gum line, or a broken or fractured tooth beneath the gum line.

Is crown lengthening really necessary?

Crown lengthening is necessary when a dentist identifies decay in the tooth they cannot easily access. This decay is usually hidden deep beneath the gums, and no matter what methods they use, they cannot properly access the decay without performing a crown lengthening procedure.

Is crown lengthening bad?

If the procedure is not performed by an experienced dental professional, crown lengthening may result in an ineffective procedure. This happens if the crown is not placed on the tooth securely or the tooth is loose.