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Introduction
 Periodontal Flap Surgery or Gingivectomy is a kind
of gum surgery done in cases where the gums grow in
the front surface of the tooth changing the balance
between the length of the teeth and the gum line, thus
affecting the shape of the smile. When pocketing depths
reach a level where cleansing or maintenance of teeth
becomes difficult, the Periodontal Flap Surgery is done.
Procedure of Periodontal Flap Surgery / Gingivectomy
During the Periodontal Flap Surgery or Gingivectomy,
at first anesthesia is applied making the gum areas
numb. Next, a small slit is made to remove the excess
gums using dental tools. Each tooth underlying the gum
is then spotlessly cleaned to prevent any bone loss.
The dentist removes the infected tissues and smoothens
the surface of the damaged bones. In some cases of Gingivectomy,
the bone is re contoured and re shaped. Next a periodontal
dressing covers the teeth and gums to give them protection
while healing.
Length of Periodontal Flap Surgery / Gingivectomy
Generally, a Periodontal Flap Surgery takes about 1
to 3 hours in an average. At each visit, a quarter or
half of a mouth is treated.
Side Effects of Periodontal Flap Surgery / Gingivectomy
Post the mini surgery of Gingivectomy or Periodontal
Flap Surgery, there can be initial swelling and pain
in the area for a few days, till it is completely healed.
There can also be the risks of gum infection and tooth
cavities. In all these cases, don't forget to consult
your dentist.
Apollo provides expert dentists and dental care methods
for Periodontics or treatment of gum diseases through
various surgeries such as Periodontal Flap Surgery.
Medical India Tourism in association with Indian Holiday
offers online information on Periodontal Flap Surgery
/ Gingivectomy offered by Apollo Hospital. For further
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