Functional crown lengthening at Dr. Majed Sabbah Dental Clinic in Amman, Jordan, helps patients save natural teeth that have deep decay or fractures. Dr. Majed Sabbah uses dental magnification loupes during the procedure to improve surgical precision. The clinic maintains a 4.9 rating from 30+ patient reviews.
Indications for Crown Lengthening
This procedure is necessary when a tooth breaks or a cavity develops below the gum line. It exposes more of the tooth structure so a crown or filling can fit securely. Without this adjustment, the final restoration may cause chronic gum irritation or fail to stay in place. Dr. Majed Sabbah recommends this treatment to maintain the "biologic width," which is the natural space between the gum and the bone.
Precision and Conservative Care
Dr. Majed Sabbah focuses on conservative dentistry to preserve as much of the natural tooth as possible. During the consultation, he measures the relation between the visible tooth and the underlying bone. He specifically checks if the remaining root is long enough to support a new crown. If the root is too short, Dr. Majed Sabbah will explain why an extraction and replacement might be a safer long-term choice.
The Procedure and Recovery
The surgery takes place under local anesthesia to keep the patient comfortable. Dr. Majed Sabbah adjusts the gum tissue and sometimes the bone level using specialized magnification tools. This meticulous approach helps create a stable foundation for future dental work. The clinical process typically follows these steps:
- Detailed measurement of the tooth and bone structure
- Application of local anesthesia for a painless experience
- Surgical adjustment of the gum and bone height
- A healing period to allow the gum line to stabilize
- Final preparation of the permanent crown or filling
Post-Operative Expectations
Patients may experience some sensitivity in the treated tooth after the procedure. It is important to practice gentle cleaning around the wound during the initial healing phase. Dr. Majed Sabbah monitors the site to determine when the gums are stable enough for the final restoration. This wait time prevents the gum from receding further after the crown is placed. To learn more about saving a damaged tooth, you may request a consultation on Bookimed.
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