Taff and Levine
Dr. Mark Taff - Dr. Brad Levine - Dr. Hilari Dunn Dr. Janice Grossman
7811 Montrose Road Suite 300 Potomac, Maryland 20854
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What Is A Gingivectomy?

Gingivectomies removes and reshapes loose gum tissue and reduces pocket depth between the teeth and gums. Gingivectomies are typically performed after other treatment options have been explored.

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Gingivectomy in Potomac, MD

A gingivectomy is usually performed when a patient has severe periodontal or gum disease that has not responded well to scaling and root planing or other periodontal procedures and is a procedure that is typically provided by a doctor. It is important to your overall health to effectively treat and control gum disease. Gingivectomies are performed to remove and reshape loose, diseased gum tissue, and to reduce the depth of pockets between the teeth and gums.

This procedure can also be indicated when an overgrowth of gum tissue has occurred resulting from certain health conditions, anti-seizure or hypertensive medications, or rapid orthodontic movement.

The Procedure

Before the procedure begins, your doctor will numb the area using a local anesthetic. Small incisions are then made and excess gum tissue is carefully removed. After all areas of diseased tissue have been removed, a putty like substance is then placed over the gums. This substance is designed to protect your gums as they heal.

After the Procedure

After the procedure, it is important to eat only soft foods and to drink only cool or slightly warm liquids while the putty is in place and your gums are healing. It is vital to keep the mouth clean after the procedure, especially if you have gum disease. While it is important not to brush in the area where the procedure was performed for a short time following your gingivectomy, it may be possible to brush and floss the rest of the mouth. After a few weeks, the gums will be completely healed and it will be possible to resume brushing and flossing when recommended to do so by your doctor, though this should be done gently at first.

If you have gum disease that persists even after conventional therapy has been provided, your doctor may recommend a gingivectomy. Call us today to schedule your consultation.

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