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One Tooth is Smaller Than the Rest.. Can It Be Fixed?

April 17, 2013
Asked By:gina in dallas in dallas, texas

One tooth is smaller and has had crown lengthening and three gum contours on same tooth at different times. I'm not sure if periodontist was just cautious and took minimal amounts of gum off each time. The results were a bit better but the gum seems to come back after removed is there anything else you would suggest to make this tooth appear larger .. Thanks Gina

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April 23, 2013

Answer: It sounds like you need a different procedure!

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Answer: It sounds like you need a different procedure!

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April 19, 2013

Answer: One tooth smaller?

Kevin Coughlin, DMD
April 19, 2013

Answer: One tooth smaller?

Kevin Coughlin, DMD

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