When decay occurs below the gumline, it may be necessary to remove a small amount of bone and gum tissue. Your dentist may ask for this procedure before he or she makes a new crown for your tooth.

Reshaping the Gum and Supporting Tissues:
This will allow your general dentist adequate room to place a quality final restoration.

Final Restoration:
Another indication for crown lengthening is when the front teeth are too short or of uneven length.