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Gingivectomy

Gums sometimes grow where they shouldn’t.

Sometimes gums grow over the crowns of your teeth. Not only does this sound kind of creepy, it can create health problems, because the overgrown gum tissue leads to the formation of deep pockets between teeth and gums.

The deepening pockets make it difficult to clean between your teeth. Tartar and plaque build up. And, if the pockets become deep enough (over 5 millimeters), oxygen can’t get the to the base, allowing bad bacteria to grow.

In these situations, we can perform a gingivectomy, a surgical procedure that removes or reshapes the excess gum tissue, eliminating pockets to prevent or manage disease progression. With good oral hygiene and regular periodontal maintenance, it’s likely your gingivectomy will stop disease progression. So you can smile on.

You may notice a cosmetic fringe benefit as well: Following your gingivectomy, more of your teeth will be revealed, resulting in better balance between tooth length and gum line for a more pleasing smile.

Laser surgery is an increasingly popular option and we are on the leading edge here as well. Contact Dr. Sayed to see if gingivectomy would help you manage or prevent periodontal disease at 248.901.0000 or visit our contact page.

Please see: This patient-treatment video illustrates the gingivectomy procedure.

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BIRMINGHAM

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2425 East Lincoln St., Suite 100
Birmingham, MI 48009

248-901-0000

248.901.0003

frontdesk@pristineperioimplants.com

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Monday: 8AM – 5PM
Tuesday: 7AM – 2PM
Wednesday: 1PM – 7PM
Thursday: 8AM – 2PM
Friday: 8AM – 1PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

CANTON

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45185 Joy Rd,
Canton, MI 48187

734-589-0608

734-589-0609

frontdesk@pristineperioimplants.com

HOURS

Monday: 8AM – 5PM
Tuesday: 7AM – 2PM
Wednesday: 1PM – 7PM
Thursday: 8AM – 2PM
Friday: 8AM – 1PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed