Gingivectomy Columbus, OH
A gingivectomy is the surgical removal of gingiva, the gum tissue. A gingivectomy is necessary when your gums have pulled away from the teeth creating deep pockets. The pockets make it difficult to remove the plaque and calculus. Gingivectomy should be done before the gum disease has damaged the bone supporting the teeth. The procedure involves removing and reshaping loose, diseased gum tissue to get rid of those pockets between the teeth and gums. By removing the pocket walls, a gingivectomy provides visibility and accessibility to remove calculus and thoroughly smooth the tooth below the surface. This creates a favorable environment for the healing and restoration of the gum tissue.
At East Columbus Periodontic and Implant Dentistry, our entire team loves helping you develop optimal oral health as well as a functional and healthy smile. Our team uses forward thinking treatments and state-of-the-art technology, to ensure the most comfortable treatment for you. Our practice focuses on delivering personal care and developing individual treatment plans based on your unique needs. We emphasize preventive care and patient education because we want you to understand why it is important to keep your mouth healthy and how to do it. We are located at 1600 Brice Rd Suite 1 Reynoldsburg, OH 43068. Please call us today at 614-864-2561 to establish an appointment for an evaluation of the benefits of a gingivectomy or a gum lift procedure.
A gingivectomy or gum lift is a simple surgical procedure that is performed to address oral health concerns, for cosmetic purposes, or to provide accessibility to remove damaging calculus. Similar in nature to crown lengthening, a gingivectomy does not require the removal of bone to achieve the same result, a gingivectomy involves the removal of a portion of gum tissue around the tooth, usually to correct gum disease.
If the team at East Columbus Periodontic and Implant Dentistry has recommended you have a gingivectomy to address your periodontitis, it is important to schedule the treatment as soon as you can. If left untreated, your gum disease can quickly accelerate and cause several issues to develop, including the decay and deterioration of your jawbone, and the loss of teeth. In addition to these oral health concerns, a growing number of studies indicate that chronic inflammation of your gums can lead to systemic inflammation, which will increase your risk of developing serious health issues, such as diabetes, dementia, rheumatoid arthritis, stroke, or heart disease.