Laser Gingivectomy
Gingivectomy focuses on removing or reshaping excess gum tissue when the underlying bone level does not need adjustment. Whether it is appropriate depends on periodontal and aesthetic evaluation.
Laser Periodontal Smile Redesign
Crown Lengthening & Gingivectomy
Address excessive gingival display and expose more natural tooth structure when clinically appropriate. Laser-assisted gum recontouring is available in Lower Manhattan.
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Perfect tooth structure hidden under excess tissue.
Excessive gingival display—often called a 'gummy smile'—occurs when healthy, full-length tooth structure is concealed beneath an overabundance of gum or bone tissue. Depending on the cause, treatment may involve soft-tissue recontouring, bone recontouring, or both. Laser technology may be used for selected soft-tissue steps to support precise treatment and controlled healing.
Painless, rapid laser gingivectomy
Instant tissue sterilization & cauterization
Essential foundation for deep decay crowns
Fast healing without traditional scalpels
CLINICAL LASER ADVANTAGES
Precision Gum Recontouring
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Laser Gingivectomy Precision
Uses soft-tissue laser energy to recontour selected areas of excess gum tissue with controlled tissue management.
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Esthetic Crown Lengthening
Exposes hidden, healthy tooth structure by gently reshaping excess gum and underlying bone for a balanced smile.
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Restorative Crown Foundation
Provides necessary tooth exposure to firmly secure dental crowns when deep decay extends below the gum line.
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Controlled Laser Tissue Management
Laser energy can support precise cutting and coagulation of soft tissue. Recovery time and post-procedure soreness vary by the extent of treatment.
PROCEDURAL COMPARISON
Gingivectomy vs. Crown Lengthening
Esthetic & Restorative Crown Lengthening
Crown lengthening may involve reshaping gum tissue and a limited amount of underlying bone to expose additional tooth structure. It may be used for selected restorative or aesthetic indications.
THE LASER PATHWAY
Step-by-Step Procedure
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Esthetic Mapping & Analysis
We evaluate your gingival display and digital scans to determine whether soft tissue, bone, or both require recontouring.
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Gentle Local Anesthesia
Local anesthesia is used to support comfort throughout the procedure.
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Laser Tissue Recontouring
Fotona laser technology can be used to contour selected gum areas while supporting controlled coagulation during treatment.
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Immediate Reveal & Rapid Recovery
The new gumline is visible immediately after treatment, although swelling or tenderness can occur and healing time varies by procedure.
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