Why is precision so important when treating the gums and bone that support your teeth? That question is addressed in a ...

At 39, I've never had a cavity, and my doctor used to say my mouth was boring. But I was born with thin gum tissue, and my gums started to recede gradually. I had gum-graft surgery to avoid an exposed ...

Gingivectomy is a surgical procedure that involves removing diseased gums and tissue. It can reduce the risk of further infection, pain, and bleeding. Gingivectomy can treat gingivitis, gum ...

Gingivectomy addresses both periodontal pocket reduction and esthetic “gummy smile” correction. Surgical methods include traditional scalpels and electrosurgery or laser units for precise coagulation.

An apicoectomy is a routine dental procedure with high success rates. You may experience minor discomfort and swelling immediately after surgery, but this typically lessens within a day or two. Share ...

"Don't worry. You'll have gum grafting," my dentist said nonchalantly, as if my gum recession were no big deal. Clearly, he had no idea whom he was talking to. I lose a week of sleep before my ...