Gum Surgery Singapore

Gums are the protective, pink tissue that covers the bony structure of our jaws and parts of the roots of our teeth. The thick and firm consistency of healthy gums maintain gum health. Thin gums and infected gums will compromise the structural integrity of the gums. When the gum line recedes (pulls back), the exposed roots will be quite sensitive to cold air/water. Gum grafting enables a new piece of gum tissue to be placed over the exposed root to restore the gum tissue back to its original form and position. Your first visit will include: • Specialist consultation and examination (SGD$80 – SGD$150), depending on the length of consultation.  • Digital X-ray of your teeth (SGD$140) to enable a thorough and detailed diagnosis. Gum grafting is from SGD$1,500 onwards. Singapore goods and services tax (GST) of 7% applies to our fees.  

Gummy smile correction helps those with who feel self conscious about smiling, to smile with confidence. Some people smile with a little bit of their gums showing but for some, a significant amount of gums can be seen when they smile.  Gummy smiles can be caused by the following reasons: 1. over-active upper lip 2. over-prominent upper jaw (maxillary protrusion) 3. Altered passive eruption, ie, gums covering more of the teeth than normal, because the gums did not retract to the “correct” position, or 4. a combination of the above.For an over-active upper lip (case 1), there is surgical and non-surgical treatment options. For Wrinkle treatment, it ranges between SGD$600 – SGD$800. In the case of (2) you would need to be assessed by our periodontist and prosthodontist together, maybe even with input from orthodontist and an oral surgeon. The duration of surgery, pain and bleeding are all minimal and the success rate is high when a proper diagnosis and case selection made are done properly. Your first visit will include: • Specialist consultation and examination (SGD$80 – SGD$150), depending on the length of consultation.   • Digital X-ray of your teeth (SGD$140) to enable a thorough and detailed diagnosis. The estimated fees for the gum surgery ranges from SGD$2,500 – SGD$3,000 for the range of 6 to 10 teeth (excluding the fee for other treatments, such as orthodontics, oral surgery, etc, if required.). Following gum surgery, veneers are sometimes needed to complete treatment for a gummy smile (which may involve 6 to 10 teeth, depending on each individual’s condition). Another option for gummy smiles is to crown the teeth after gum plastic surgery is performed. Our fees for crowns / veneers is between SGD$1,800 – SGD$2,300 per tooth. Singapore goods and services tax (GST) of 7% applies to our fees.

We have developed a system of orthodontic treatment planning, progress monitoring and case finishing. This system sees an integration of technology and skills for better and faster treatment completion. Panoramic radiograph and cephalometry are done to reveal dental and skeletal problems. Study models of the teeth are fabricated for treatment planning. Both intra-oral and facial digital photographs are taken for the prediction of finished lip line and facial profile. The progress of treatment is then tracked with digital photographs under periodic reviews and reassessments. The treatment outcomes are mapped to specific timelines.

Platinum Invisalign Provider! Featured in Invisalign G5 Launch Video on Feb 22 2014, Dr. Ho is the country's leading expert in Invisalign. We have lots of experience at getting you a straight smile invisibly with the clear orthodontic solution, Invisalign. We see Invisalign patients in our office every day and we probably have a current patient with the same situation as you! If you are not seeing the results you want during your Invisalign treatment, we know how to fix it. We can set realistic expectations for what Invisalign can  do  for your smile so there won’t be any surprises at the end of your treatment. We are committed to keeping up to date with this metal free braces treatment and improvements in techniques. By regularly attending continuing education courses, Dr. Ho and his team stay current with the latest advancements in orthodontics. Dr. Ho was invited to train the trainers in the latest 2014 Invisalign Asia Pacific Summit in Sydney.