Gingivectomy / Gingivoplasty
DeptPeriodonticsLevelIntermediateTime30–45 min
Surgical excision of excess gingival tissue (gingivectomy) and recontouring of the gingival margin (gingivoplasty) to eliminate pseudo-pockets, improve access for hygiene, or correct gingival architecture.
What the protocol covers
- •Definitions
- •A) Indications
- •B) When NOT to Do Gingivectomy
- •C) Pre-Op Checklist
- •D) Step-by-Step Surgical Concept
- •E) Post-Op Instructions
- •F) Common Complications
- •G) Documentation
The full procedure entry includes
- The full step-by-step protocol (18 content blocks)
- Armamentarium, indications and contraindications
- Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
- The narrated video lesson and night-before prep sheet
More dental procedures
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