Gummy Smile Teartment at AHEAD Academy, Mohali

A patient at AHEAD Academy, Mohali complained of gummy smile. Crown lengthening was performed. Incisal bevel was given followed by circular incision. Bone cutting and suture was given and coe pack was placed. A short clinical crown occurs as a result of, deep subgingival caries, tooth fracture, iatrogenic factors may lead to poor retention form which allow for proper tooth preparation. Surgical crown lengthening procedure is done to increase the clinical crown length without violating the biologic width.

Objectives:

Exposure of sufficient sound tooth structure in case of deep subgingival tooth fracture and carious lesion

To enhance retention of restoration

Correct placement of margins of restorations without violating the biologic width

Improved esthetics in patients with uneven gingival margin and excessive gingival display.