Surgical crown lengthening of the maxillary anterior dentition: aesthetic considerations.

Abstract

Recent patient interest in aesthetic treatment has resulted in the development of advanced surgical and restorative procedures that are capable of conservatively addressing such objectives. While numerous materials and techniques have been developed accordingly, each must respect specific biological criteria in order to be successful. This article demonstrates the implementation of surgical periodontal plastic and restorative procedures that facilitate the full-mouth rehabilitation of a patient who presented with excessive wear of the natural dentition. The procedure described is specific for the maxillary anterior.