gingivectomy

gingivectomy
Surgical resection of unsupported gingival tissue. SYN: gum resection. [gingiva + G. ektome, excision]

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gin·gi·vec·to·my .jin-jə-'vek-tə-mē n, pl -mies the excision of a portion of the gingiva

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n.
the surgical removal of excess gum tissue. It is a specific procedure of periodontal surgery.

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gin·gi·vec·to·my (jin″jĭ-vekґtə-me) [gingiv- + ectomy] surgical excision of the gingiva at the level of its attachment, thus creating new marginal gingiva; used to eliminate gingival or periodontal pockets or to provide an approach for extensive surgical interventions, and to gain access necessary to remove calculus within the pocket.

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  • gingivectomy — gin·gi·vec·to·my …   English syllables

  • gingivectomy — n. the surgical removal of excess gum tissue. It is a specific procedure of periodontal surgery …   The new mediacal dictionary

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