Swelling causing uneven smile after crown lengthening.

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I had crown lengthening today to correct an uneven gum line. But immediately after surgery my gum line still looks VERY crooked - the low gum teeth are now very high compared to the ones I wanted to "match" them to. The doctor says the gum line will come down after swelling subsides. Is this likely? I feel very disappointed right now.

Kourosh Maddahi, DDS · Answer

Hi:Normally after surgery there is inflamation, therefore the gum line can not be judged correctly until full healing has taken place.Best,Dr. Madddahi

Nasrin Sadeghi, DMD · Answer

It would take about 4-6 weeks for gum to heal properly. Your gum line will change for the next few days/weeks. just be patient & discuss your expectation with your dentist.

Swelling causing uneven smile after crown lengthening.

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