What is a gingivectomy?

Your dentist will evaluate the condition of your teeth, gums, and oral health to curate the ideal treatment plan. In most cases, you can get a laser gingivectomy on the same day as the consultation, but you must follow your dentist’s recommendation.

Gum disease is the leading cause of gum recession. The accumulation of plaque and tartar can lead to bacterial infections on your gums, triggering your body’s inflammatory response. This leads to the loss of gum tissues, thereby expanding the space between your gums and teeth. You may also experience gum recession because of genetic predisposition to gum disease, insufficient dental care, and aggressive tooth brushing.

Gingivectomy is the leading surgical procedure to treat gum recession. We perform laser gingivectomy instead of traditional gingivectomy to restore optimal oral health without scalpels, incisions, sutures, or extended downtime.

Traditional Gingivectomy
​Traditional gingivectomy is performed using scalpels. The dentist cuts the gum tissues, pulls back the gum flap, and removes the plaque and tartar from the roots of the teeth. If your bone tissues are damaged, the dentist will reshape the bone and place bone grafts to facilitate bone regeneration. This procedure involves incisions, anesthesia, sutures, and an extended recovery period of 2 weeks.

Laser Gingivectomy (LANAP)
Laser gingivectomy with the LANAP procedure is an advanced alternative to traditional gingivectomy. During the LANAP procedure, the dentist uses laser energy to remove the damaged gingival tissues without harming the healthy gum tissues. The laser energy targets the source of inflammation and facilitates tissue regeneration, allowing your body to heal quickly. It’s safer, more effective, and more convenient than traditional gingivectomy.