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Vestibuloplasty

Medical Definition:	Those procedures designed to widen the zone of attached gingiva and deepen the vestibular depth which will facilitate the clearance of the area for natural food passage, and provide access for toothbrushing and interdental stimulation.
Guide Notes:	refers to the oral cavity, not to the vestib appar; do not use /util except by MeSH definition
Previously Indexed:	Surgery, Oral (1966-1967)

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