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At David Cardona Clinic, we focus on providing comprehensive oral health care to our patients. Often, we focus on the care of the teeth but it is important not to forget the importance of maintaining good gum and tongue health. Lack of gum tissue or excess gum tissue can be both medical and cosmetic problems.
Gingivectomy is an operation that consists of removing part of the gum. This intervention is performed in specific cases, both medical and aesthetic. For example, in cases of advanced periodontal disease, to improve access to dental cleaning or to improve dental esthetics.
At the David Cardona Clinic, we have a team of specialists in Periodontics who will work with you to determine if gingivectomy is a suitable option for you and to develop a personalized treatment plan for your case. It is important to keep in mind that before any intervention, it is essential to maintain good periodontal health and a good dental cleaning routine.
What is a gingivectomy?
Gingivectomy is a surgical procedure that consists of removing part of the gum covering a tooth. It is performed both for cosmetic reasons, to improve the appearance of the teeth, and for periodontal treatment, to correct the effects of periodontal disease.
It is a relatively simple treatment that is performed by our periodontist under local anesthesia and often does not require stitches.
Gingivectomy: contraindications
Gingivectomy is a surgical procedure that consists of removing part of the gum covering a tooth. However, there are cases in which the specialist may advise another type of treatment to solve the problem. For example, in the case of short teeth caused by an altered eruption, it may be necessary to remove a small amount of bone in addition to performing a gingivectomy.
Other factors, such as the amount of keratinized gingiva, are also important in determining the appropriate indication for gingivectomy. At the David Cardona Clinic, our team of specialists in Periodontics will evaluate each case individually to determine the best treatment option.
When will I see the results?
Gingivectomy is a safe, quick, painless and efficient procedure performed to improve the esthetics of teeth or to treat periodontal health problems.
Patients may sometimes have some concerns about gingivectomy, but they should know that it is a safe and effective procedure that provides remarkable esthetic and health results.
At the David Cardona Clinic, our team of periodontal specialists will be happy to answer any questions you have about gingivectomy and help you determine if it is the best option for your case.
