CROWN LENGTHENING in san diego, ca
When a smile looks uneven or "gummy" crown lengthening can help improve the appearance of your teeth so that you can smile with confidence!
Do your teeth look too short or feel hidden by excess gum tissue? Or maybe your dentist told you there’s not enough visible tooth structure to place a crown or filling? If so, crown lengthening could be the solution you need.
At A+ Family Dentistry, with locations in San Diego, Poway, and Sorrento Valley, we provide expert crown lengthening to improve your smile’s appearance and support your dental health—whether it’s for cosmetic reasons or restorative needs.
What Is Dental Crown Lengthening?
Dental crown lengthening is a surgical procedure that removes excess gum tissue—and sometimes a small amount of bone—to expose more of your natural tooth. This can:
- Improve smile symmetry
- Enables proper placement of crowns or fillings
- Enhance the aesthetics of your smile
It’s a simple, effective treatment that brings both cosmetic and functional benefits.
IMPROVE THE APPEARANCE OF A GUMMY SMILE
CROWN LENGTHENING FOR GUMMY SMILES IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY & BEYOND
Do you wish your smile had a more even appearance? One tactic dentists use to achieve this is a procedure called crown lengthening. Crown lengthening can make teeth look longer and can also prepare a tooth for a dental restoration, such as a crown. At A+ Family Dentistry, we are able to offer our patients crown lengthening procedures in order to help them achieve a healthy, beautiful smile.
Why Might I Need Crown Lengthening?
You have one or more teeth that seem too short.
There is excessive gum tissue around one or more of your teeth.
Your tooth/teeth are difficult to clean due to their position in your mouth.
Your tooth/teeth are difficult to clean due to their position in your mouth.
Benefits of Crown Lengthening
- Creates a longer, balanced smile
- Provides access for crowns, veneers, or fillings
- Prevents future oral complications
- Supports better oral hygiene
- Enhances both aesthetics and function
- Offers permanent improvement with proper care
What to Expect from the Procedure
We assess your teeth and gums using digital X-rays or 3D scans to plan your treatment.
Local anesthesia is applied, and sedation options are available for added ease.
Our skilled dentist removes gum tissue and, if needed, reshapes the underlying bone to reveal more of your tooth.
The area is sutured and cleaned, and we’ll provide detailed aftercare for a smooth recovery.
How It Supports Other Dental Treatments
Crown lengthening lays the groundwork for:
- Crowns & Bridges – Secure them in place
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Veneers – Enhances placement and longevity
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Tooth-Colored Fillings – Enables access to deep cavities
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Smile Makeovers – Provides a clean, even gum line for flawless results
Risks and Considerations
As with any minor surgery, you may experience:
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Mild swelling
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Bleeding or sensitivity
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Rare risk of infection
We’ll walk you through everything, and our modern techniques make healing fast and comfortable.
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YOUR NEW SMILE STARTS HERE
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"A safe space with no negative judgement, gentle care and great staff. Dr. Tran is not only kind and personable, but he and his whole staff are doing such an incredible job! I have had quite a few procedures done here and I'm very excited and proud to make this my primary dentist."
Raquel W.
POWAY
"The A+ family provides a warm welcoming environment to all their patients. They walk you through each process thoroughly to give you confidence that you're in good hands. Came here as a recommendation from my girlfriend and am happy I did!"
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SORRENTO VALLEY