Soft Tissue Surgery

Soft Tissue Surgery

Soft tissue surgery in dentistry is a surgical procedure aimed at correcting, restoring, or improving the soft tissues within the oral cavity. This surgery encompasses areas such as the gum line, lips, inner cheek mucosa, and the base of the mouth. Here are details about soft tissue surgery in dentistry and its applications:

Applications of Soft Tissue Surgery:

1. Gum Corrections: Irregularities in the gum line, asymmetry, or excess gum tissue are corrected to address aesthetic concerns.

2. Lip and Cheek Surgery: Volume loss or shape irregularities in the lips or inner cheek mucosa may require surgical intervention for aesthetic enhancements.

3. Gingivectomy and Gingivoplasty: Excess tissue in the gum line can be removed through gingivectomy, while gingivoplasty reshapes the gum tissue.

4. Frenulotomy: Surgical correction of short frenula, whether in the tongue or lips, addresses both aesthetic and functional issues.

5. Mouth Base Surgery: Surgical adjustments to the soft tissues at the base of the mouth can be performed to address issues related to prosthetic fit or speech problems.