Procedures this may include
- Pocket reduction (flap) surgery to access and clean root surfaces and reduce pocket depth
- Osseous surgery to reshape bone defects
- Regenerative procedures that use grafting materials or membranes in suitable defects
- Root resection in selected multi-rooted teeth, when it may allow a tooth to be kept
Deciding together
Not every deep pocket needs surgery, and not every tooth can be saved. Your periodontist will explain the options for each area, including the expected benefits, risks, and alternatives, so you can decide with full information.
Recovery
Most patients return to normal activities within a day or two. You will receive written post-operative instructions and a follow-up visit. Specific recovery depends on the procedure and the number of areas treated.
Working with your dentist
We work alongside your general dentist. After treatment, routine dental care and restorations return to your dentist, and we share findings and plans with their office.