Crown Lengthening (Esthetic / Functional)
DeptPeriodonticsLevelAdvancedTime45–60 min
Surgical apical repositioning of the gingival margin and/or alveolar bone crest to expose additional tooth structure for restorative purposes (functional) or to correct a gummy smile (esthetic), respecting biologic width.
What the protocol covers
- •A) Why Crown Lengthening Is Needed
- •B) Indications
- •C) When NOT to Do It
- •D) Types of Crown Lengthening
- •E) Step-by-Step Clinical Playbook
- •F) Post-Op Instructions
- •G) Expected Outcomes and Trade-Offs
- •H) Documentation
The full procedure entry includes
- The full step-by-step protocol (21 content blocks)
- Armamentarium, indications and contraindications
- Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
- The narrated video lesson and night-before prep sheet
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