This is a periodontal treatment technique performed by properly trained periodontists to prevent further progression of periodontal diseases by correcting the type of gum tissue, shape and discoloration.
Achieving healthy and beautiful gum tissue leads to pleasing esthetics and self-confidence.
There are various techniques to periodontal plastic surgery.
Here are few examples:
For inquiries and appointments, please call us at:
+81 90 6495 7771during clinical hours.
Treatment description | Due to periodontal disease, the receded gum line causes the tooth to appear elongated, can cause sensitivity to cold, hot, sweet, or sour foods. Even in the absence of teeth sensitivity, the rugged root surface can be exposed and tends to deteriorate the periodontal disease by increasing the multiplication of bacteria. In this case, we correct it by performing a delicate surgery by taking a tissue graft. It is a very delicate gum surgery. |
Approximate treatment duration | 90-120 minutes |
Treatment period, Number of times | After controlling the inflammation and depending on the region and condition, in most cases it will be completed in one surgical session. In about 3 weeks after the surgery, we will remove the stiches and reevaluate the post-op condition. It will take about 3 weeks for recovery. |
Cost | 1 region from 210,000 JPY +Tax (*Not covered by insurance. The cost is based on standard cases, and actual costs may vary depending on cases.) |
Risk, Adverse effects | General risks with surgical procedures Infection, inflammation, slight discomfort/pain |
Treatment description | Much of the gum can be seen while speaking, laughing, singing. In this case, you may not notice it but there is mild chronic inflammation. If this inflammation is left untreated, soon or later will lead to resorption of the supporting bone, resulting in teeth loss due to periodontal disease. There are several causes to this and depending on the symptoms, a periodontal plastic surgery technique called esthetic crown lengthening procedure can improve the gummy appearance. Other techniques can be used in combination. Both beautiful appearing gum lines and oral health can be achieved. |
Approximate treatment duration | 120-150 minutes |
Treatment period, Number of times | After controlling the inflammation and depending on the region and condition, in most cases it will be completed in one surgical session. We will use very fine and transparent sutures. About 3 weeks after the surgery, we will remove the stiches and reevaluate the post-op condition. It will take about 3 weeks for recovery. |
Cost | In case of 6 front teeth: 500,000 JPY +Tax (*Not covered by insurance. The cost is based on standard cases, and actual costs may vary depending on cases.) |
Risk, Adverse effects | General risks with surgical procedures Infection, inflammation, slight discomfort/pain |
Treatment description | In case of gum hyperpigmentation. I will adjust this discoloration with periodontal plastic surgery. |
Approximate treatment duration | 90-120 minutes |
Treatment period, Number of times | After controlling the inflammation and depending on the region and condition, in most cases it will be completed in one surgical session. In about 3 weeks after the surgery, we will remove the stiches and reevaluate the post-op condition. It will take about 3 weeks for recovery. |
Cost | 210,000 JPY +Tax(1tooth -2teeth) (*Not covered by insurance. The cost is based on standard cases, and actual costs may vary depending on cases.) |
Risk, Adverse effects | General risks with surgical procedures Infection, inflammation, slight discomfort/pain |
Treatment description | While using immunosuppressive drugs, anti-hypertensives or antiepileptic medications, the gums can become enlarged in some instances. This is due to the correlation between gum tissue and its inflammation. By performing periodontal plastic surgery, the gum will return to its beautiful and natural appearance. |
Approximate treatment duration | 120-150 minutes |
Treatment period, Number of times | After controlling the inflammation and depending on the region and condition, in most cases it will be completed in one surgical session. About 1 week after the surgery we will remove the stiches and reevaluate the post-op condition. This is divided into 2-3 times accordingly. |
Cost | 4 molars: 180,000 JPY +Tax 6 front teeth: 180,000 JPY +Tax (*Not covered by insurance. These costs are based on standard cases and actual costs may vary depending on cases.) |
Risk, Adverse effects | General risks with surgical procedures Infection, inflammation, slight discomfort/pain |
Upon comprehensive examination, a treatment plan will be suggested.
Cost: 30000JPY +Tax (Not covered by insurance)
Approximate duration: 90-120 minutes
Please call to make an appointment.
+81 90 6495 7771Clinic hours: 7:30~17:00
Closed: Wednesday and Friday
Nippon Dental University, DDS |
Tokai University Medical School/Kanagawa Dental University, PhD |
Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine, CAGS |
Indiana University School of Medicine,The Certificate of Microsurgery Course in Section of Plastic Surgery |
2023- | Dr.Kasumi Nagatacho Clinic (Periodontal & Implant Specialist) , Tokyo, Japan | Director |
2021 -present | M&D Medical corporation Clinic, Tokyo, Japan | Head of Department of Periodontology |
2017-2020 | College of Dentistry, Imam Abdulrahman Alfaisal University. (formerly known as King Faisal University in Dammam and University of Dammam) |
Professor of Periodontology Course Director of Clinical Periodontics |
2015 -2016 | Princess Nora University Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia | Professor of Periodontology Head of Division of Periodontology |
2015- Present | Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine | Boston, Massachusetts, USA Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor of Periodontology |
2015-Present | Slovak Medical University | Visiting Professor of Periodontology |
2011– Present | Nippon Dental University Tokyo, Japan | Adjunct Professor of Periodontology |
2009 – 2013 | Harvard School of Dental Medicine Boston, Massachusetts |
Instructor of Postgraduate Periodontology |
2005 – 2015 | Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine Boston, Massachusetts |
Director of Postgraduate Applied Pharmacology |
2004–2015 | Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine Boston, Massachusetts |
Clinical Assistant Professor of Periodontology |
2001 –2008 | Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine Boston, Massachusetts |
Clinical Assistant Professor of Implantology |
1991 - 2019 | Kanagawa Dental University Yokosuka, Japan |
Assistant Professor of Pharmacology |
Fluent in English and Japanese
Nationality: Japanese
Married with two children
Chief Consultant of Periodontal Health for Japan Football Club [NPO], Primavera Tokyo
Concert pianist (Classic)
Professor of Japanese Tea ceremony (YABUNOUCHI School)
Professor of Japanese Flower arrangement (IKEBANA, Shinmishoryu School)
Licensed Chef (Graduated from Hattori Culinary School in Tokyo)
Cooking, Reading, Ballet, Wine/Sake tasting, Opera, Bonsai
Currently, implantitis (inflammation around the implants with bone loss) is a hot topic worldwide. Perfect periodontal treatment prior to implant treatment is imperative in order to avoid it. Otherwise the implant will not stay in the mouth in a healthy condition. Implantitis also affects systemic condition. It is important to obtain healthy gum tissue that is easy for the patient to take care of at home and also easy to maintain at the clinic.
With the final tooth (implant supported crown) position and its shape in mind, it is important to accurately design the position, and moreover to perform the surgery according to the design exactly. In other words, the depth of the implant, inclination, 3-d (dimensional) position are very important. This will allow for easy maintenance of the prosthetic screw and implant supported tooth, and will be able to use this implant for longer period of time.
1981 | Graduated from Nihon University School of Dentistry |
1985 | PhD in Implantology |
1990~ | Saitama Medical University Oral Surgery Instructor |
1998~ | Ozawa Clinic |
I come from a family of generations of physicians, and from early on I wondered if the food that we eat and lifestyle habits that we have formulates the person’s life. From the many patients that I was able to treat, I noticed that by only focusing on a specific disease, some patients were not improving as well as I had hoped. For example, a patient with hypertension who was treated by Dr. Kasumi for periodontal diseases, their conditions drastically stabilized. Among patients suffering from diabetes, comparing those who were not treated for periodontal diseases and those who were treated by Dr. Kasumi, it took no time for the numerical values for those who were treated to approach the normal range. Currently, many systemic diseases, including genetic diseases, and periodontal diseases are being researched at the molecular level. We have more understanding of the correlation between arthritis and periodontal diseases. The connection between many chronic diseases and periodontal diseases is a current hot topic.
At Dr. Kasumi Nagatacho Clinic, we will also be managing periodontal diseases from antiaging perspective. We will be a bridge and make referrals to the necessary medical specialists according to the patient’s needs. Please be sure to visit for routine checkups to a periodontal specialist. It will also be beneficial for prevention of other diseases. Medically structuring and accurately designing lifestyles and so forth from any age in a developed country with longer longevity like Japan, there are many things that we can do for a healthy and beautiful life just by re-examining the quality of life.
1984 | Graduated from Juntendo University Faculty of Medicine |
1990 | Graduated from Juntendo University Graduate School of Orthopedic Surgery |
2003 | Yamanashi University School of Medicine Clinical Assistant Professor |
2016 | Rajeubeau Clinic |
Intravenous sedation is an infusion with sedatives that relieve the tension and pain and allows for pain free surgery that allows the patient to doze off while receiving the oral care. It is said that toothaches are one of the worst pain that human kind experiences. There are many Japanese people who are persevering and endure the pain, but the intravenous sedation, which is a world standard, can allow the patient to receive treatment without baring so much discomfort. Intravenous sedation is also known as relaxing sedation. The patient can receive treatment while comfortably dozing off, pain free and without fear.
For patients, I aim to provide a relaxing and safe and secure environment, and for the surgeon and their team, I thrive to provide an environment where they can fully concentrate on the surgery at hand. If there are 10 patients, there will be 10 different sedatives according to each patient’s general condition, genetic backgrounds, and mental health. During periodontal treatments there are occasions (cases) in which anesthesia and other drugs will be infused at the same time. At Dr. Kasumi Nagatacho Clinic, my goal is to personalize each case to the patient and the surgical team’s needs and I will provide the best possible treatment by customizing for each patient.
Graduated from Kanagawa Dental University School of Dentistry Department of Dentistry | |
2001 | Tokyo Medical and Dental University Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences |
2017 | Saitama Medical University Department of Anesthesiology Assistant Professor |
2023 | Fussa Public Hospital Head of Department |
During my life I was blessed with supportive superiors and seniors, who taught me and guided me and these valuable advices have become my life possessions. I enjoy interacting with people and my happiness is to do work that makes the people around me glad. I wish to pass on the knowledge and experiences that I have learned until now to future generations. Even with my pharmacy background, I have come to experience various aspects, so I feel that I could be useful in a broad range of situations. Completing any tasks that I was entrusted with, having a positive mindset in any circumstance, and tackling any tasks that come with enjoyment is my forte.
It seems like fate that I was blessed with the opportunity to help with Dr. Kasumi’s work this time. I came to learn that I have limited knowledge in periodontal diseases and with new learning ahead, I wish to contribute, as a member of team Kasumi, in proving customized treatment for each patient.
Graduated from Toho Girl’s Senior High School
Graduated from Kyoritsu College of Pharmacy (current Keio University Faculty of Pharmacy)
Pharmaceutical manager and secretary at JALUX
First aid instructor at Japan Airlines Group
I believe that each patient has their concerns and uncertainties. As a member of the staff, I wish to help eliminate any uneasy feelings, so that our patients are able to receive treatment securely and safely. I am proud to be part of the many patients’ healthy future with pain free and brilliant days with world standard and advanced treatment techniques. I will strive each day to assist in creating an environment towards each patient’s smile and future.
Graduated from College of Dental Care and Health Sciences
Cocofump Nursing Caregiver
I have been gaining experience as a dental hygienist. I have been working hard to learn from various fields and I have been caring for specialized oral care, but having empathy and care for each individual patients with cordial manners is something I keep in mind at all times. Oral health is directly connected to physical and mental health. If the oral health condition is made better, the overall body condition will get better, and will lead to beauty, then to daily happiness. I wish to sincerely support and learn more than ever, in order to bring out happiness and smiles for you.
Graduated from current Kanagawa Dental University Junior College Dental Hygiene
Our clinic is located on the 3rd floor of The Kitano Hotel Tokyo, next to the Nagatacho Station. For patients who are concerned about the public eyes, we welcome you from another entrance to the clinic.
THE KITANO HOTEL TOKYO 3F
2-16-15 Hirakawacho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo-to 102-0093
Nagatacho Station
Nagatacho Station (Tokyo Metro Yurakucho line, Hanzomon line, Namboku line) 30 sec walk from exit 4
3 minutes by car from the Metropolitan Expressway Kasumigaseki Exit
※Parking at the hotel is on a first-come, first-served basis.
For inquiries and appointments, please call us.
+81 90 6495 7771(Please make an appointment by phone during clinic hours.)
Clinic Hours | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
7:30~17:00 | ○ | ○ | × | ☆ | × | ○ | ○ |
☆Clinic hours on Thursdays are 13:00-19:00.
Appointments are required by phone.