You may also hear the term "gingivectomy".
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Originally Posted by BK001
The next step after deep cleaning is a full periodontal treatment where the gums are cut, roots are scaled and planed, and then the gums are sewn closed. I've had this experience as well.
I've been told that smokers (I am an ex-smoker) tend to develop a large number of periodontal problems,
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