Crown Lengthening (Nov 14, 2025)

Crown Lengthening is organized by Perio Institute and will be held on Nov 14, 2025 at The Perio Institute, Miami, Florida, United States of America.

Description:
Dive into the nuanced world of crown lengthening with Dr. James Kohner, and master a procedure pivotal to both the esthetics and functionality of restorative dentistry. This comprehensive course goes beyond the basics to offer a deep dive into clinical crown lengthening, ensuring that every restoration you perform meets the highest standards of predictability and excellence.

Learn to navigate the complexities of both functional and esthetic crown lengthening with an evidence-based approach. From managing hard and soft tissues, employing proper surgical techniques, to achieving esthetic final tissue contours and respecting the biologic width, this course covers all essential aspects to elevate your practice.

Featuring hands-on exercises, detailed case illustrations, and video demonstrations, this full-day workshop offers a practical learning experience on pig jaws and anatomically correct models, catering to clinicians at all levels of surgical expertise.

Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, participants will:

• Master the art of making predictable impressions every time.
• Understand why crowns may come loose and how to prevent it.
• Discover methods that save chair time and increase practice profitability.
• Identify the causes of red gum tissue around margins and how to address them.
• Learn to diagnose the gummy smile and understand esthetic crown lengthening.
• Coordinate surgical procedures seamlessly with restorative treatments for optimal outcomes.

Core Learning Outcomes:
This hands-on workshop and lecture series delves into:

• Diagnosing and treatment planning for both esthetic and functional crown lengthening.
• Recognizing indications and contraindications for the procedure.
• The principles of biologic width and ferrule effect and their application in crown lengthening.
• Flap designs, osseous surgery principles, suturing techniques, and post-operative care.

Why This Course Is Essential:
For dentists committed to delivering excellence in esthetic and functional crown restorations, this course is indispensable. It equips participants with the knowledge and skills to confidently perform crown lengthening, ensuring restorative success that aligns with the highest esthetic demands and functional needs of patients.