Gingivectomy | Dental Office in Houston Texas, 77084

You may need to have your gum tissues or gingiva removed for several reasons. Perhaps you’re suffering from gum disease or gingivitis, and the infected gum tissues must be removed to prevent the infection from spreading. Or perhaps you simply want to remove excess gum tissues to achieve a more proportional and beautiful smile. Dentaland provides highly-personalized gingivectomy procedures using cutting-edge technologies and techniques, such as laser gingivectomy, to ensure optimal and safe results.

What is Gingivectomy?

Gingivectomy, also known as gum reduction surgery, is a procedure used to remove gum tissues or gingiva. This procedure is generally used to treat gingivitis, i.e., gum disease, but it can also be used for cosmetic reasons. During the gingivectomy surgery, your dentist may use a scalpel or laser device to remove excess/ infected gum tissues, thereby helping you achieve optimal oral health and cosmetic appearance. We generally perform laser gingivectomy because it’s safer and more effective than traditional scalpel gingivectomy.

What is Gingivectomy?

Gingivectomy, also known as gum reduction surgery, is a procedure used to remove gum tissues or gingiva. This procedure is generally used to treat gingivitis, i.e., gum disease, but it can also be used for cosmetic reasons. During the gingivectomy surgery, your dentist may use a scalpel or laser device to remove excess/ infected gum tissues, thereby helping you achieve optimal oral health and cosmetic appearance. We generally perform laser gingivectomy because it’s safer and more effective than traditional scalpel gingivectomy.

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Why Do You Need Gum Removal Surgery?

  • Treat Gum Disease (Periodontitis Gingivectomy)

    Periodontitis gingivectomy treats gum disease and prevents future gum infections. Gum disease is a condition wherein the accumulation of plaque, tartar, and bacteria on the gingiva leads to inflammation. Plaque and tartar also accumulate in the periodontal pockets between the gums and teeth, leading to gum recession. Periodontitis gingivectomy involves removing all the damaged and infected gum tissues to stop the disease from spreading further.

  • Cosmetic Reasons (Gingivoplasty)

    Gingivectomy can also be performed as an elective procedure for cosmetic reasons. When performed to reshape already healthy gum tissues, the procedure can be called gingivoplasty. If you’re dissatisfied with your smile or believe you have a gummy smile, you can opt for gingivoplasty to remove excess gum tissues. The dentist will use the laser device to vaporize unwanted gum tissues, helping you achieve the ideal gum-to-teeth proportions while smiling.

Why Do You Need Gum Removal Surgery?

  • Treat Gum Disease (Periodontitis Gingivectomy)

    Periodontitis gingivectomy treats gum disease and prevents future gum infections. Gum disease is a condition wherein the accumulation of plaque, tartar, and bacteria on the gingiva leads to inflammation. Plaque and tartar also accumulate in the periodontal pockets between the gums and teeth, leading to gum recession. Periodontitis gingivectomy involves removing all the damaged and infected gum tissues to stop the disease from spreading further.

  • Cosmetic Reasons (Gingivoplasty)

    Gingivectomy can also be performed as an elective procedure for cosmetic reasons. When performed to reshape already healthy gum tissues, the procedure can be called gingivoplasty. If you’re dissatisfied with your smile or believe you have a gummy smile, you can opt for gingivoplasty to remove excess gum tissues. The dentist will use the laser device to vaporize unwanted gum tissues, helping you achieve the ideal gum-to-teeth proportions while smiling.

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Do you have damaged gum tissue? Speak to our dentist about your options. Book now.

Benefits of Laser Gingivectomy:

  • Reshape healthy gum tissues to ensure optimal smile proportions
  • Remove infected and damaged gum tissues to treat gum disease
  • Non-surgical procedure — no incisions or scars
  • Minimal postoperative swelling, bleeding, and discomfort
  • Negligible risk of infections
  • Faster healing and cauterization than metallic tools
  • Optimal precision during the procedure
  • Minimal recovery period

Benefits of Laser Gingivectomy:

  • Reshape healthy gum tissues to ensure optimal smile proportions
  • Remove infected and damaged gum tissues to treat gum disease
  • Non-surgical procedure — no incisions or scars
  • Minimal postoperative swelling, bleeding, and discomfort
  • Negligible risk of infections
  • Faster healing and cauterization than metallic tools
  • Optimal precision during the procedure
  • Minimal recovery period

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The Gingivectomy Procedure

Gingivectomy is generally performed as a simple, in-office procedure that concludes within 30 to 60 minutes. The number of sessions necessary depends on your specific condition. If you need a gingivectomy on one or several teeth, you may only need one session. However, if you need to have a gingivectomy performed in all or most of your teeth, you may need multiple dental visits spaced a few weeks apart each.

During the gingivectomy procedure, the dentist will inject local anesthesia into your gums to ensure optimal comfort. Depending on the treatment plan, the dentist may use a scalpel or laser to remove the unwanted gum tissues. A suction tool will be used throughout to remove all the saliva during the procedure. After removing the infected or unwanted gum tissues, a soft, putty-like substance will be applied to promote healing.

The Gingivectomy Procedure

Gingivectomy is generally performed as a simple, in-office procedure that concludes within 30 to 60 minutes. The number of sessions necessary depends on your specific condition. If you need a gingivectomy on one or several teeth, you may only need one session. However, if you need to have a gingivectomy performed in all or most of your teeth, you may need multiple dental visits spaced a few weeks apart each.

During the gingivectomy procedure, the dentist will inject local anesthesia into your gums to ensure optimal comfort. Depending on the treatment plan, the dentist may use a scalpel or laser to remove the unwanted gum tissues. A suction tool will be used throughout to remove all the saliva during the procedure. After removing the infected or unwanted gum tissues, a soft, putty-like substance will be applied to promote healing.

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Gingivectomy — FAQs

Who’s a candidate for gingivectomy?

You’re a candidate for gingivectomy if you have gum disease or want to reshape healthy gum tissues for cosmetic reasons. Both are perfectly valid reasons to undergo a gingivectomy, but the latter (cosmetic reasons) is elective. You may also undergo a gingivectomy if you’re suffering from gum recession because of injuries or aging. Your dentist will carefully examine your gum tissues and run diagnostic scans to determine if you’re a candidate for gingivectomy.

What’s recovery like?

You can return home the same day as your gingivectomy procedure. You should take over-the-counter pain medications, such as Tylenol to prevent pain and discomfort once the effects of anesthesia wear off. You may experience mild gum bleeding for a few days, and your dressings will have to be replaced regularly. You should eat cold, soft foods for a few days and apply cold compresses on your cheeks to reduce swelling. You can resume your normal diet within a week.

How do gingivectomy and gingivoplasty compare?

Gingivectomy is a medically necessary procedure used to treat gum disease or gingivitis, a bacterial infection that gradually worsens with time. Gingivoplasty is the same as gingivectomy, i.e., it involves removing gum tissues and gingiva using a scalpel or laser. However, gingivoplasty’s primary goal is cosmetic, whereas gingivectomy is medically necessary.

How long does it take to heal from a gingivectomy?

Your gum tissues should heal completely within a week, following which you can resume your normal diet and oral hygiene.

Is gingivectomy a periodontal procedure?

Yes, gingivectomy is a periodontal procedure because it involves removing infected gum tissues to prevent the progression of periodontitis. If you don’t undergo gingivectomy promptly, you may eventually suffer from advanced gum disease, which can’t be reversed.

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Gingivectomy in Houston, TX

Dentaland is a state-of-the-art dental clinic led by our highly skilled dentists specializing in restorative and general dentistry. We always diagnose and treat the root cause of your conditions to ensure optimal, safe, and natural results. Dr. Nguyen listens to your concerns, discusses your goals and expectations, reviews your medical history, and runs diagnostic scans to curate personalized gingivectomy treatment plans for you. Please schedule an appointment to explore your gum reduction surgery options in Houston, TX.

Gingivectomy in Houston, TX

Dentaland is a state-of-the-art dental clinic led by our highly skilled dentists specializing in restorative and general dentistry. We always diagnose and treat the root cause of your conditions to ensure optimal, safe, and natural results. Dr. Nguyen listens to your concerns, discusses your goals and expectations, reviews your medical history, and runs diagnostic scans to curate personalized gingivectomy treatment plans for you. Please schedule an appointment to explore your gum reduction surgery options in Houston, TX.