Question 1

what is the process for a gingivectomy via laser?

Accepted Answer

Laser: The amount of tissue to be removed is mapped out and after anesthesia the tissue is lasered off.

Question 2

gingivectomy or gingivoplasty; are they the same procedure?

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Kind of similar: A gingivoplasty intends to reshape the gums around the teeth, creating a more cosmetic or cleanable situation in the mouth.  A good example is when veneers are placed on the front teeth.  It helps make the teeth the right length.  A gingivectomy intends to remove gums that are inflamed or hyperplastic and create on cleanable pocket adjacent to the tooth.  Disfigurement is very common, but healthy.

Question 3

is a  gingivectomy procedure dangerous?

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No: Not if you are reasonably healthy and the gingivectomy is not overly aggressive.

Question 4

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 5

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 6

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.

Question 7

will a gingivectomy make my gap appear larger?

Accepted Answer

Depends on Size: Gingivectomy means removal of gum tissue. If you have a gap between the teeth, the space may become bigger initially, but some spaces are caused by the pressure of the swollen gums & periodontal disease. If this is so, the space may get smaller with healing. If you have a open triangle between the teeth, it may get larger. Some dentists can treat this with soft tissue graft or dermal fillers.

Question 8

when is a gingivectomy (gum reduction) needed?

Accepted Answer

Several reasons: There are several indications for this procedure. It can be used for esthetic lengthening of the crowns of teeth, to reduce pockets found in periodontal disease, as well as some other indications.

Question 9

gingivectomy, how did they give you anesthesia?

Accepted Answer

Local: The local area is numbed. Very easy very straight forward.

Question 10

will i feel severe pain if i receive a gingivectomy?

Accepted Answer

Most of the time, no: While some pain can be expected with any oral surgical procedure, i would never expect severe pain.  Yes, severe pain may occur.  However, i would not expect it.

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