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Gingivectomy
Healthier gums, a more radiant smile.
Removal of excess gum tissue to treat gum conditions or correct a gummy smile, where too much gum makes teeth look short.
Suited to
- A gummy smile
- Deep gum pockets
- Overgrown gum tissue
The procedure
- 1
Anaesthesia
The area is numbed; sedation is available.
- 2
Reshaping
Excess tissue is removed by scalpel or laser and the gumline sculpted.
- 3
Dressing
Stitches or a protective dressing support healing.
Afterwards
An outpatient procedure: you go home the same day.
Before & after
Smile makeover
Gap closed, metal crown replaced
Your specialists
Dr. Ammar Almarghlani
Periodontics & Implant Dentistry
Questions
Every case is different. Book a consultation and your dentist will answer all of your questions before any treatment begins.
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