Let me begin by thanking you for visiting our website! 

The patient shown here & in our Smile Gallery had these crowns placed quite a few years ago.  The "black" edges near the gum line are not cavities; rather, it is the metal core of the crown itself.  These older style crowns (metal inside with white/porcelain exterior) looked good in their day...until the gums pulled back and the black edges could be seen. This patient has a big, beautiful smiile.  Over the years, her gums pulled back further and further exposing the black edges.  She simply grew tired of "half smiling" and wanted a natural smile...one where no edges could be seen.  The all-porcelain crowns we placed have no metal and, therefore, no black edges...ever.  

Please visit our Smile Gallery (Smile Makeover section) to see her completed case.   

If you have any questions about the work you see here or would like to discuss what cosmetic dentistry can do for you, please don't hesitate to contact our office.  Thanks again!