Ever wonder why a crown or filling just won’t stay on… no matter how many times it’s replaced?

That’s usually not a material problem. It’s a foundation problem. Functional Crown Lengthening is a procedure where we gently reshape the gum tissue and the bone around a tooth to expose more healthy tooth structure. And why does that matter? Because restorations need something solid to hold onto. Functional Crown Lengthening creates a strong, stable foundation so your dentist can place a restoration that actually lasts.

You may need Functional Crown Lengthening if:

• There isn’t enough tooth structure above the gums to support a crown or filling
• A tooth has broken near the gum line
• Decay or damage extends below the gumline
• Your dentist needs clearer access to complete treatment safely
• A restoration keeps falling off because it can’t “grip” the tooth

Functional crown lengthening isn’t about aesthetics. It’s about making sure your restoration fits properly, lasts longer, and protects the surrounding bone and gum tissue.

If your crown keeps failing or your dentist says there’s not enough tooth to work with, functional crown lengthening might be the missing step. Strong foundation first. Beautiful results follow.