Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Gingivoplasty

Surgical reshaping of the gingivae and papillae for correction of deformities (particularly enlargements) and to provide the gingivae with a normal and functional form, the incision creating an external bevel. (Dorland, 28th ed)

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Surgical reshaping of the gingivae and papillae for correction of deformities (particularly enlargements) and to provide the gingivae with a normal and functional form, the incision creating an external bevel. (Dorland, 28th ed)

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  • Gingivoplasties

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Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, instrumentation, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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  1. E04w.545.355w
  2. E06w.645.355w
  3. E06w.721w.384w

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Gingivoplasty. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D005893. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D005893
  2. Gingivoplasty. In: Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gingivoplasty
  3. Gingivoplasty. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q3106762