Osseous Surgery

  • Osseous surgery (or pocket reduction surgery) treats periodontal disease and prevent future tooth loss. 
  • The gums are pulled back to remove bacteria deep inside pockets while damaged bones with irregular surfaces are also smoothed out.

Crown Lengthening

  • Crown lengthening is done to make teeth longer to improve esthetic of gummy smiles or create space for dental crowns/ veneers. 
  • Excess gum and bone tissue is reshaped to expose more of the natural tooth. 
  • This is a minor surgical procedure with minimal postoperative discomfort.
  • Crown lengthening is often performed with other dental procedures like crowns or veneer to give the patient optimal esthetic result.
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