CROWN LENGTHENING OVERVIEW

Periodontics Presentation

To provide you with a better understanding of periodontics, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to periodontics are discussed.

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When decay occurs below the gumline, it may be necessary to remove a small amount of bone and gum tissue. Your dentist may ask for this procedure before he or she makes a new crown for your tooth.

Reshaping the gum and supporting tissues: This will allow your general dentist adequate room to place a quality final restoration.

Final Restoration: Another indication for crown lengthening is when the front teeth are too short or of uneven length.


Reshaping The Gum and Supporting Tissues



Final Restoration



This will allow your general dentist adequate room to place a quality final restoration.

Another indication for crown lengthening is when the front teeth are too short or of uneven length.

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Dr. Goodner is a specialist in Periodontics and Implantology. His practice specializes in conservative treatment of gum disease including cosmetic procedures to aesthetically enhance your smile and dental implants that can replace missing teeth. He diagnoses and treats oral pathology. His practice is located at 1751 W. Orange Grove Road, Suite 101 Tucson, Arizona 85704


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