Which of the following status u cannot do crown lengthening:
a- Heavy calculus***
b- Enlargement of the gingiva
Crown lengthening is usually done to improve the health of the gums or to prepare the mouth for restorative or esthetic procedures. In addition, crown lengthening procedures can also be used to correct a smile showing "too much gum" when the teeth are covered with extra gingival tissue. Crown lengthening allows natural teeth to be more visible by remodeling the contour of the bone and gum. This treatment can be performed on a single tooth, on several teeth or on all the gums to expose an attractive smile, more aesthetic.
+ Reasons for crown lengthening:
Crown lengthening is a common and versatile procedure that has many benefits and uses. The vast majority of patients who have undergone this type of surgery are very happy with the results.
Here are some of the most common reasons for crown lengthening:
- Restoration of damaged teeth:
Periodontal diseases can cause serious tooth damage as well as trauma and carious lesions. When the teeth are damaged under the gum, a crown lengthening can be used to prepare the surface for new restorations that will correct the damaged teeth.
- Cosmetic use:
Excess gums can cause abnormally short teeth to appear and also increase susceptibility to periodontal infections. Removal of excess gingiva can restore a normal balance in the appearance of the teeth and thus improve the aesthetic appearance of the smile.
- Dental crowns:
Crown lengthening enlarges the space between the jawbone and the dental crown. This prevents the new crown from damaging the gingival and bone tissues after it has been put in place.
+ What is a crown lengthening?
Crown lengthening is normally done under local anesthesia. The time required for this procedure depends largely on the number of teeth involved and whether or not a small amount of bone is removed, in addition to soft tissue. All existing dental crowns will be removed before the procedure and replaced immediately thereafter.
The dentist will perform a series of small soft tissue incisions to separate the teeth from the gingiva. Even if a single tooth requires contour remodeling, adjacent teeth are usually treated for better uniformity. The separation of the gums provides the periodontist access to the root of the tooth and the underlying bone. In some cases, the removal of a small amount of tissue will provide sufficient tooth visibility for the placement of the crown.
In other cases, the dentist will also need to remove a small amount of bone around the teeth. Bone is usually removed using a combination of special hand instruments and rotating instruments. Rotating instruments look a bit like the drill used for the treatment of dental caries.
When the dentist is satisfied with the exposure of the teeth, the wound will be cleaned with sterile water and the gum will be sutured with small dots. Teeth will appear significantly longer immediately after surgery because the gums have been reshaped.
The dentist will bandage the surgical site with an intra-oral (periodontal) bandage that is used to prevent infection. A prescription for pain medication can be provided and a mouthwash containing chlorhexidine (antimicrobials) can be given to help reduce the bacteria. The surgical site will be completely healed in about two to three months.
Crown lengthening is usually done to improve the health of the gums or to prepare the mouth for restorative or esthetic procedures. In addition, crown lengthening procedures can also be used to correct a smile showing "too much gum" when the teeth are covered with extra gingival tissue. Crown lengthening allows natural teeth to be more visible by remodeling the contour of the bone and gum. This treatment can be performed on a single tooth, on several teeth or on all the gums to expose an attractive smile, more aesthetic.
+ Reasons for crown lengthening:
Crown lengthening is a common and versatile procedure that has many benefits and uses. The vast majority of patients who have undergone this type of surgery are very happy with the results.
Here are some of the most common reasons for crown lengthening:
- Restoration of damaged teeth:
Periodontal diseases can cause serious tooth damage as well as trauma and carious lesions. When the teeth are damaged under the gum, a crown lengthening can be used to prepare the surface for new restorations that will correct the damaged teeth.
- Cosmetic use:
Excess gums can cause abnormally short teeth to appear and also increase susceptibility to periodontal infections. Removal of excess gingiva can restore a normal balance in the appearance of the teeth and thus improve the aesthetic appearance of the smile.
- Dental crowns:
Crown lengthening enlarges the space between the jawbone and the dental crown. This prevents the new crown from damaging the gingival and bone tissues after it has been put in place.
+ What is a crown lengthening?
Crown lengthening is normally done under local anesthesia. The time required for this procedure depends largely on the number of teeth involved and whether or not a small amount of bone is removed, in addition to soft tissue. All existing dental crowns will be removed before the procedure and replaced immediately thereafter.
The dentist will perform a series of small soft tissue incisions to separate the teeth from the gingiva. Even if a single tooth requires contour remodeling, adjacent teeth are usually treated for better uniformity. The separation of the gums provides the periodontist access to the root of the tooth and the underlying bone. In some cases, the removal of a small amount of tissue will provide sufficient tooth visibility for the placement of the crown.
In other cases, the dentist will also need to remove a small amount of bone around the teeth. Bone is usually removed using a combination of special hand instruments and rotating instruments. Rotating instruments look a bit like the drill used for the treatment of dental caries.
When the dentist is satisfied with the exposure of the teeth, the wound will be cleaned with sterile water and the gum will be sutured with small dots. Teeth will appear significantly longer immediately after surgery because the gums have been reshaped.
The dentist will bandage the surgical site with an intra-oral (periodontal) bandage that is used to prevent infection. A prescription for pain medication can be provided and a mouthwash containing chlorhexidine (antimicrobials) can be given to help reduce the bacteria. The surgical site will be completely healed in about two to three months.
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