gingivectomy
/ˌdʒɪndʒɪˈvɛktəmi/
noun
- A surgical procedure to remove diseased gum tissue, often to treat gum disease or reshape the gums.
- A gingivectomy is sometimes performed to improve the appearance of a gummy smile.
- The dentist recommended a gingivectomy to remove the infected gum tissue.
- After the gingivectomy, her gums healed and looked much healthier.