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"You come in and everybody puts you at ease. It doesn't feel like a dentist."
- Gum health assessed first
- Specialist gum reshaping
- Laser or conventional technique
Gingivectomy and Gum Contouring
Careful removal or reshaping of selected gum tissue with Dr Robin Ratcliffe, planned around your gum health and treatment goals.
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Careful gum reshaping
What a gingivectomy may address
A gingivectomy removes selected excess gum tissue. It may be considered for periodontal, restorative or aesthetic reasons after the gums, teeth and supporting tissues have been assessed.
Dr Robin Ratcliffe will establish whether tissue removal, reshaping or another approach is most appropriate for the clinical goal.
Gum health assessed first
Treatment goal agreed clearly
Amount of tissue planned carefully
Care led by Dr Robin Ratcliffe
Laser and conventional options
A laser may be considered for selected gingivectomy procedures, while a conventional technique may be more appropriate in other cases. The choice depends on the tissue, supporting structures and intended result.
Dr Robin will explain the proposed method, alternatives, limitations, anaesthetic and aftercare before treatment.
Specialist periodontal planning
Technique selected for the case
Review and maintenance included
Specialist periodontal care
"I focus on saving as many teeth as possible, and combine Hygienist intervention for affordable care for my patients"
Dr Robin Ratcliffe (GDC 82880)
Why gum health matters
Gum reshaping with a periodontal plan
The appearance of the gum line is considered alongside tissue health, tooth position and the reason for treatment.
Underlying gum health
Clinical and aesthetic goals
Laser or conventional method
Healing and review
Danbury
Assessed first
Considered together
Selected for need
Planned
Cosmetic-only route
May be separate
Appearance-led
Single method
Varies
What our patients say
Patient experiences of the calm, personal care provided by the team at Danbury Dental Care.
Leah F.
"I couldn't be happier with the care I've received at Danbury Dental Care. It's the first dental practice where I genuinely feel valued as a person, not just a number."
Pauline
"I was so worried that I almost cancelled my appointment. I'm so glad I didn't. They are perfect."
Gingivectomy FAQs
Questions about removing or reshaping gum tissue
Your assessment will clarify the reason for treatment, the appropriate technique and the aftercare involved.
A gingivectomy removes selected excess gum tissue. It may be considered for periodontal, restorative or aesthetic reasons after the gums and supporting tissues have been assessed.
Visit Danbury Dental Care
Specialist care, close to Chelmsford
Danbury Dental Care is at 24 Maldon Road, Danbury, Essex CM3 4QH.
Getting here
10 mins from the A12
20 mins from the M25
Free Parking available
Opening hours
Monday 9 - 7PM
Tuesday 9 - 5PM
Weds 9 - 5PM
Thursday 9 - 5PM
Friday 9 - 5PM
Saturday Sedation Treatment Available on Request