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Periodontal Plastic Surgery
It consists mainly of reconstructing and reshaping the lack of bone and gum around teeth and implants. Removing the excess gum or in contrary grafting gum, is used to treat gummy smiles and gingival recessions. When a tooth is lost, bone loss will eventually occur in that region because the root is no longer stimulating and stabilizing the bone. When this supporting alveolar bone melts away, it’s gone for good, but through bone grafting, we can rebuild enough bone to place a dental implant in the ideal position. Although these graft techniques are reliable, it is recommended to have a dental implant as soon as possible after the tooth is lost for the most predictable esthetic outcome. What is a Periodontal Disease? It is a chronic bacterial infection that affect the gum and bone supporting the teeth. If left untreated, it could lead to tooth loss. The warning signs are bleeding gums, gum recession, tooth sensitivity, tooth mobility and bad breath. If you detect any of these signs, don’t hesitate to consult our specialists. New studies have shown that periodontal disease can increase the risk of strokes, cardiovascular and respiratory diseases; it can aggravate diabetes and could even lead to preterm babies. Periodontal therapy can be done by a non-surgical treatment (scaling/root planning) or by a surgical approach. Periodontal Plastic Surgery (Surgical approach) include different therapies like: • Reducing a gummy smile • Eliminating gum pigmentation • Crown lengthening • Gingival recession • Frenectomy • Ridge augmentation • Pocket reduction • Regenerative Procedure  |
