Periodontal disease can lead to serial problems that may require surgical procedures to correct them. Other periodontal issues such as low gum ridge can be corrected through surgical perio procedures.

Our in-house periodontal specialist is highly trained and very skilled in helping correct any periodontal issue.

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• Gum Graft
• Flap Surgery
• Ridge Augmen
• Frenectomy
  

Periodontal regeneration is often used to rebuild the supporting structures around the teeth which have been destroyed by periodontal disease. Tissues which can be rebuilt include the bones around the necks of the teeth and the fibers which hold the tooth in close contact with the jawbone.

Normal: Healthy Gums are firm and Pink in colour.
Early Periodontal Disease: Gums are red and begin to swell, and may bleed easily.
Moderate Periodontal Disease: Bone tissue starts to deteriorate. Gums begin to detach from teeth making the tooth roots exposed to decay. May be sensitive to hot and cold.
Advanced Periodontal Disease: Radical bone and tissue loss. Teeth become loose, and if left untreated, tooth extractions and tooth replacement options may be needed!

The goal of treating periodontal disease includes removal of the plaque and tartar on the root surfaces and reduction of the pockets around the teeth. Since the pockets are where the bacteria live, the goal is to reduce the pocket depths thus reducing the surface area in which the bacteria can live. Early disease is often treated with scaling and root, planing (deep cleaning), with the use of local anesthesia. Moderate and advanced periodontal disease often requires additional periodontal procedures to treat effectively.