Gingivectomy and Gingivoplasty are surgical dental treatments completed by periodontal specialists under the local anesthetic.
Gingivectomy surgery aims to remove the infected, diseased tissue. Done under local anesthetic and recovery time is subject to change for each case.
Gingivoplasty is completed to reshape the tissue. Some of us have longer gums or uneven gums. Gingivoplasty aims to catch this symmetrical appearance.
Both periodontal treatments can be completed with several different tools. Healing time is changed on the technique & tool being used. Fully recovery takes over a month.
What is the importance of gingivoplasty and gingivectomy for Smile makeover?
A smile makeover is a nice harmony of your dental crowns, that matches your gums, lips, smile line, skin shade, hair, and eyes. Preparation of Smile Makeover has different procedures and steps and apart for each person.
In some cases, gingivoplasty/gingivectomy has to be part of the smile makeover.
- Gummy smiles, once the person smiles his/her gums are too visible.
- Uneven gums due to alignment disorder or missing teeth.
Techniques and tools of gingivoplasty and gingivectomy
There are several options for gingivectomy. The most common ones are Laser devices, Radiofrequency devices. In our clinic both of them are available. Compared to surgical cuts radiofrequency devices using operations healing period is faster and more efficient.
As well as the tools and specialists’ experiences are very crucial to the success of the treatments. We are proudly offering treatment by +16 years of experienced specialists in their own field of dentistry.
