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Recommended Time For Crown Elongation
Crown elongation (crown lengthening) is a common dental procedure for which people come to the Wexford Periodontal office of Dr. James Werkmeister. Crown lengthening/crown elongation refers to the preparation process that is sometimes necessary before having a tooth capped or crowned. These procedures will restore the appearance and function of your tooth to as good, or better than it was originally.
The primary purpose of crown lengthening is to increase the amount of available of tooth so that there is enough tooth structure above the gumline to hold the crown firmly in place. Often, there is simply not enough remaining of the original tooth to install the crown, and so there is a need to lengthen or alter the tooth for greater access and a better, longer lasting crown.
Dr. Werkmeister performs these procedures in his Wexford (North Hills of Pittsburgh) Periodontal office. The procedure usually takes no more than an hour. It is performed using only local anesthetic and with no discomfort. Most people find that they don’t even need to take Aspirin or Advil during the seven day healing period.
Although it is a common and safe procedure, crown lengthening is still a form of surgery and must be treated with the proper precautions. During the aftercare period, it is important to follow any instructions given you by the professionals at Dr. Werkmeister’s Pittsburgh based office, which may include such suggestions as avoiding consuming anything too crunchy, reducing swelling with ice packs, avoiding strenuous exercise for a couple of days and any other suggestions that might be made.
Dr. Werkmeister makes is directly available at all times if you have a question or concern over your initial healing period
The good news is that complications during or after crown lengthening procedures are rare. The result of the procedure can ultimately be a dramatic improvement in how the crown ends up looking and also in how well it fits and how long it lasts. The access to your tooth for keeping it clean will also be enhanced. Only a fully licensed professional can evaluate your specific needs to see if crown lengthening is deemed necessary and perform the operation if it is. The best way to be sure is to contact Werkmeister to make an appointment today to visit their Periodontist Pittsburgh clinic for a personal evaluation.
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