What is gingivectomy or gingivoplasty per tooth?

While both a gingivectomy and gingivoplasty involve the surgical excision of gum tissue, a gingivectomy is done to remove diseased gum tissue surrounding a gum pocket. A gingivoplasty is performed to reshape gum tissue – sometimes after a gingivectomy, but most often independent of a gingivectomy.

What is a gingivoplasty procedure?

Gingivoplasty is a surgical process that involves reshaping the appearance of the patient’s gums for cosmetic reasons. Also called gum recontouring or gum contouring, the procedure helps increase the length of the patient’s front teeth to improve the aesthetics of the teeth.

What is the difference between a gingivectomy and crown lengthening?

Gingivectomy is often used to remove fibrous enlargement of gum tissues. In addition, it is useful in creating more room on the tooth for the placement of orthodontic brackets. Unlike hard-tissue crown lengthening, gingivectomy is a soft-tissue procedure in which the underlying bony structures are left untouched.

Is gum contouring the same as a gingivectomy?

Also referred to as gum contouring and gingival sculpting, gingivectomy and gingivoplasty are sometimes used interchangeably, as they’re often both performed during a single operation.

When do you do Gingivoplasty?

Gingivoplasty can be used to increase the length of front teeth for cosmetic reasons. Gingivoplasty with bone recontouring can be done to allow placing a crown if a tooth is decayed or broken close to the gum line.

How long is gingivoplasty?

The procedure is typically an in-office procedure and takes about 1 to 2 hours. The cost can vary depending on how much gum reshaping is needed and whether it’s covered by dental insurance.

Do gums grow back after gingivoplasty?

Because we also have to contour the bone underneath your gums, the results are long-term, and the gum tissue will not grow back. However, to keep your mouth healthy, you should maintain good oral care.

Do gums grow back after gingivectomy?

Do gums grow back after gingivectomy? A gingivectomy to fix a “gummy smile” is permanent. The gum tissue is removed and will not grow back.

Does gum grow back after crown lengthening?

If only the gum is removed and not the bone, the gum tissue will grow right back after about 8 weeks, negating the purpose of the crown lengthening. The bone removal, typically only 1-3mm, is required for a good, lasting result.

Does gum grow back after gingivectomy?

What are the types of gingivectomy?

Gingivectomy can be performed by various techniques.

  • Surgical gingivectomy.
  • Gingivectomy by electrosurgery.
  • Laser gingivectomy.