Question 1

can i get a gingivectomy with braces on?

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Yes: Technically yes but not a good idea. Best to wait until your done with orthodontic treatment before having gingivectomy.

Question 2

can i get a gingivectomy while wearing braces?

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Yes: Especially with a diode lasre.

Question 3

what is a gingivectomy like?

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Not bad: Gingivecty typically isn't a major procedure, but it does depend on how much is being done. A small amount of gum tissue is trimmed away, often with a laser.  Some soreness is to be expected as well as some tooth sensitivity, although this is usually temporary and varies based on the individual and the amount of gingivectomy being done.

Question 4

how exactly do you do a gingivectomy?

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Many different ways.: A gingivectomy is the removal of a bit of gum tissue.  It can be done with local anesthetic and either a scalpel, laser, or electrosurgery.

Question 5

how long will the soreness last after having a gingivectomy?

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Several Days: Soreness after a gingivectomy typically lasts several days.  Exactly how long the soreness lasts will depend on how much tissue was removed & how it was removed (gingivectomy with a soft tissue laser typically results in less soreness than when performed with a scalpel, provided that it was done well and the operator knows how to use the laser properly).

Question 6

does anyone know when gums start to heal after a gingivectomy?

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Immediately: Healing starts right away. Depending on how complex the procedure was it can take a week or so to fully heal.

Question 7

what is gingivectomy?

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A form of surgery: Removal of gum tissue.

Question 8

does having a gingivectomy hurt?

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Shouldn't : Once a patient is anesthetized it should not hurt.  A soft tissue laser can be used and post operative discomfort should be minimal.

Question 9

will i have pain after gingivectomy?

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A little: Depends if done with laser or otherwise. Usually with laser postoperative pain or discomfort is less. Either way it can be controlled with over the counter painkiller.

Question 10

could you tell me about gingivectomy?

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Choose Laser for it: Gingivectomy is the process of removing some of the gum. Sometimes we perform it in cosmetic dentistry to make front teeth look better, while making veneers or bonding.
Sometimes it is done around a tooth to be crowned to get a better fit.
My advice is to have it done with the laser. It's more precise, faster healing, and usually no bleeding.

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