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Not at all. You are either numbed or put too sleep. Either a laser or a small knife/scapel is used to reshape your gums and expose more of the tooth to make them appear bigger. You will not feel pain just pressure and tugging. Even afterwards it will not hurt, it will just feel raw.
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What is gingivectomy?
Gingivectomy is periodontal surgery that removes and reforms diseased gum tissue or other gingival buildup related to serious underlying conditions.
When does gingivectomy become an option?
Gingival or periodontal flap surgery (gingivectomy) is indicated in advanced periodontal disease, in which the stability of the teeth are compromised by infection, which displaces ligament and bone
What underlying condition causes gingivectomy?
What is the cause of gingivectomy
Where is a gingivectomy performed?
Surgery will take place in the periodontist's office and usually takes a few hours from the time of surgery until the anesthetic wears off. After that, normal activities are encouraged.
Who performs periodontal surgery?
Periodontal surgery involving gingivectomy and regenerative grafts are performed by a dentist specializing in diseases and surgery of the gums; the specialist is known as a periodontist.
Does it hurt to have surgery?
Some surgeries do not hurt, it depends on what type of surgery it is. Unfortunatly, after the surgery you should probably take some pain pills
Why do you have a lump on outer jaw after root canal and gingivectomy?
pari
Does it hurt when pins are removed from toes after hammer toe surgery?
No it does not hurt when a pin is removed from your toe after hammer toe surgery.
When Niall Horan hurt his knee when he was younger did he have surgery then?
He didn't hurt his knee when he was young, he hurt his knee a few months ago. And he does have to get surgery for it. But for right now he wears a knee brace.
They can get really hurt and need surgery?
yes
Does lasik eye surgery hurt?
Yes. But its a small surgery that takes about 10 min.
Does anesthetic hurt?
No, I had surgery before and they used anesthetic, it does not hurt, it just makes you sleepy.
