Crown Lengthening in New York City, NY

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Crown lengthening is often performed to enhance the overall look and health of the teeth. Crown lengthening can come off as an odd term to some since it sounds like it involves adding material to the tooth — a more precise term would be crown exposure since gum tissue is removed to reveal more of the tooth. Many of our patients want crown lengthening to correct a "gummy" smile. Crown lengthening can also be done if not enough of your crown is visible to hold a filling, crown, or other restoration. To get more information, schedule a consultation at East Village Dental Center in New York, NY.

Candidates for crown lengthening should be in good general health, particularly when it comes to the gums. Problems like gum (periodontal) disease may have to be treated before crown lengthening can be performed. Most often, crown lengthening is done for aesthetic reasons to fix a "gummy" smile. In these cases, excess gum tissue could be eliminated to improve the ratio of gum tissue to enamel and offer you an even gumline. In some cases, crown lengthening can also be needed to perform a dental restoration in order to reveal more of the tooth so as to put a filling, crown, or bridge.

Update [3/23/2023]: The office manager called me and assured me they will note my concerns and look to conduct better care of patients moving forward. I felt she was sincere and have since updated my review. I hope they continue to work on their patient care / Customer service as they are a vital health care facility in the community. Updated 1/30/2023 - Not sure what’s happened at East Village Dental however I think it’s a change in the management team that handles customer service. While they have updated the way they conduct business when you call they rarely pick up the phone, they do not return calls, they don’t have an emergency line for concerns post surgery. After an uncovering I developed canker sores and called them for a follow up they told me they’d call me back and instead I went the entire weekend in pain (see attached photo at your discretion). I did use warm water and salt to soothe the area but maybe they could have prescribed something to alleviate the pain which led to several days of headaches. There was little concern about my pain/discomfort which I’m very surprised from a place that I really liked and highly recommended just 1-2 years ago. After my crowns are in place I’m not sure I’ll go to them for a cleaning letting alone any serious oral surgery. Until they get a team that’s actually concerned about the customer/Patient stay away from EVD.

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Excellent communication and kind staff. I have been coming here for ten years and I’m always kindly greeted, and well informed on the treatment expected. Highly recommended if you haven’t found that dental clinic that leaves you feeling like that’s the one. They are very professional and very efficient, as well as very accommodating. Cheerio

A.A. Yelp

A wonderful practice! Both in their care and bedside manner, East Village Dental Center delivers ideal experiences. They’ve been serving my family and the community at large for many years. The receptionists are so nice and welcoming. The hygienist hooked me up with a painless cleaning and the doc was lovely. One can witness how imperative the reception desk being bilingual is here and how courtesy, a smile, cleanliness and quality care are so important to the diverse demographic that surrounds this gem. It’s walking distance for me, but I’d travel here if it wasn’t! Bravo!

W.H. Google

Excellent communication and kind staff. I have been coming here for ten years and I'm always kindly greeted, and well informed on the treatment expected. Highly recommended if you haven't found that dental clinic that leaves you feeling like that's the one. They are very professional and very efficient, as well as very accommodating. Cheerio

A.A. Yelp

Let me start by saying this dental office is for the community 100%, they are transparent about pricing from the moment you talk to them unlike many dentists in the area which I appreciated! Vanessa and Christine are funny , sweet, honest and understanding ! They took my concerns and budget seriously. Never met receptionists that are compassionate until these two! They squeezed me last minute ( literally) in and the dentist whose name was Amish was so informative and explained my crown procedure. Thank you all!! See you soon !! My two sisters get services here now I see why! 💚💚💚

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Before your crown lengthening procedure, a local anesthetic is used to numb the needed regions to make the process more comfortable. When you are ready, the gum tissue is removed in small slivers to slowly reveal more of your enamel, and then your gumline will be shaped for an even look. When we have finished the crown lengthening process, we will seal the gum tissue to stop bleeding and then rinse your mouth.

After your crown lengthening treatment, your mouth may be sore and inflamed. Cold compresses and over-the-counter pain relievers can usually help reduce your discomfort, but we may write a prescription for pain medication and/or antibiotics if needed. Many of our patients find it helpful to follow a liquid or soft food diet for the first few days as their gums recover. You should carefully clean your mouth with soft brushing and mouthwash; however, you should avoid dental floss. In some cases, you might need to schedule another appointment at East Village Dental Center to monitor your recovery. We will also assess your gums and oral health at your annual dental exams.

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The cost of your crown lengthening treatment in New York City, NY will differ based on why it is being performed. Dental insurance companies might cover a portion of the cost in some situations. In any case, our staff will get in touch with your insurer to determine what your out-of-pocket costs will be prior to discussing your options for payment. If you do not have dental insurance, we can help estimate your costs in your consultation and provide you with more information on low-interest medical financing that could help to make your treatment easier to afford.

Whether you want to enhance your smile or improve your oral health, find out more about crown-lengthening treatments at East Village Dental Center. By removing gum tissue, you can improve the overall look of a "gummy" smile or prepare your teeth for a dental restoration. Schedule an appointment with our talented dental team to determine if you're a candidate for restorative or cosmetic crown lengthening treatments at our New York, NY dental office.

*Individual results are not guaranteed and may vary from person to person. Images may contain models.