Other Periodontal Services in Long Island

One of the Best in Periodontology

Dr. David Scharf – Long Island Periodontics & Dental Implants is one of the best in the field when it comes to dental health. If you’re struggling with gum disease, if you need cosmetic reconstruction surgery, or dental implants in Long Island, we can develop a personalized treatment plan. In practically no time at all, you can feel good about your smile! Let us help make your periodontal health a priority!

Many gum surgeries and procedures require a highly trained periodontal specialist. You may already know that we provide dental implants and gum disease treatment, but did you know that we also specialize in other procedures, like Crown Lengthening for teeth and gum restoration and Ridge Preservation? Here’s what you need to know!

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Crown Lengthening for Restoration

Crown lengthening for restoration is usually recommended when a dental crown is needed, but there isn’t enough of the natural tooth remaining above the gum line to safely adhere the dental crown to the tooth. In these cases, your dentist may find that a crown lengthening procedure is needed. The procedure does exactly what its name lets on: it lengthens the existing tooth and allows for a crown to be safely inserted in your mouth.

The procedure can be completed by Dr. Scharf or Dr. Mukhtar in only an hour and requires a local anesthetic. Once anesthetic is applied, specialized instruments will be used to re-contour the bone of the jaw. Only teeth needing this procedure will be affected, and any others should remain relatively unbothered. When the necessary amount of tooth is exposed for the crown to fit, the area affected will be sutured and bandaged to prevent any infection from occurring.

After your procedure is complete, it is recommended that you return to our office for a follow-up appointment and even the crown fitting. Our specialists will determine if the area is healing properly before sending you on your way.