Dental Implant
Glossary


Gingivectomy

The removal of excess or extra gum tissue to improve cleansibility and health.  Often                      necessary to treat gum overgrowth caused by a variety of medications, including Dilantin.                      Chronic mouthbreathing can also cause gum hypertrophy.

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