Gingivectomy in Tustin, CA
Healthier Gums and a More Balanced Smile
A gingivectomy removes excess or diseased gum tissue. It can treat gum disease by removing pockets where bacteria collect, or improve a gummy smile by showing more of your teeth.
- Removes excess or diseased gum tissue
- Can improve a gummy smile
- Treated by a dentist with periodontics training
- Done with local numbing
- Usually quick to heal
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What is a gingivectomy?
A gingivectomy trims and reshapes gum tissue. It removes overgrown or diseased gum, which makes the area easier to keep clean and can make the teeth look longer and more even.
It is often part of gum disease treatment, or part of a smile makeover. Dr. Desai has postgraduate training in periodontics, the specialty that treats the gums and the bone that supports the teeth.
A gingivectomy may help if you have
- Overgrown or swollen gums
- Gum pockets that are hard to keep clean
- A gummy smile or uneven gumline
- Gum overgrowth from certain medications
What to expect
Consultation
We check your gums and explain whether a gingivectomy or another treatment is best.
Treatment
The area is numbed and the extra gum tissue is removed and reshaped, with a laser or traditionally depending on the case.
Healing
You get aftercare instructions and a follow-up visit to check healing.
Cost, Insurance and Payments
A gingivectomy is about $15 to $25 a month with financing. Many PPO plans pay part of a gingivectomy when it treats gum disease. Cosmetic gum reshaping is usually not covered. We check your benefits first.
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Common Questions
Does a gingivectomy hurt?
The area is numbed during treatment. Some tenderness for a few days afterward is normal.
How long does it take to heal?
The gums usually feel better within a week or two. We'll check your healing at a follow-up visit.
Is a gingivectomy done with a laser?
Both laser and traditional techniques are used, depending on the case. Dr. Desai will recommend the best approach for you.
Will my gums grow back?
In most cases the reshaped gumline stays stable with good home care. Some medications can cause gum overgrowth to return.
Want healthier gums or a balanced smile?
Book a consultation in Tustin. Larwin Square Dentistry, 604 E 1st St, Tustin. Serving Irvine, City of Orange, Santa Ana and the rest of Orange County.