Gingivectomy VS Gingival Flap

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GINGIVECTOMY AND GINGIVAL FLAP

A. GINGIVECTOMY
  • Dental Code: D4210 - D4211 – Gingivectomy    
  • It is the surgical removal of the gum tissue (gingiva). A patient needs gingivectomy when the gums have been pulled away from the teeth creating deep pockets, which become deposits of plaque and calculus.
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B. GINGIVAL FLAP
  • Dental Code: D4240 - D4241 – Gingival Flap  
  • It is a procedure where your gums pulled and folded back to give the doctor access to the root and bone area of your teeth
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