Gum Surgery

Reshape Your Gums with Gum Surgery

Gums are a vital part of our oral health, playing a crucial role in holding teeth in place. However, various factors can lead to gum diseases, or periodontal diseases, characterized by inflammation of the gum line that can progress to affect the bone. This is one of the most common Dental issues and, if untreated, can cause serious problems like bone loss, weakened tooth support, and even tooth loss. If you're experiencing gum problems, THE TOOTH CORNER is here to help with specialized gum surgery treatments to address and manage these issues effectively.

Causes of Periodontal Diseases

Poor Dental Hygiene: Inadequate brushing and flossing can lead to multiple oral health problems, including bad breath, Dental plaque, periodontitis, and periodontal pockets.

Periodontal Pocket: Bacteria can multiply to form plaque, which spreads below the gum line, infecting the pockets and surrounding tissue. This condition often necessitates gum reshaping surgery to restore Dental health.

Signs and Symptoms of Periodontitis

  • Recurring gum swelling
  • Bad breath
  • Loose teeth
  • Pus between the teeth and gums
  • Bleeding gums while brushing
  • Gums pulling away from the teeth

Gum Surgery Procedures at THE TOOTH CORNER

Gingival Flap Surgery
Also known as pocket reduction, this procedure involves removing tartar and lifting back the gums. An incision is made to access deep periodontal pockets (over 5 mm in depth). The gum tissue is separated from the teeth, the depth is cleaned with an ultrasonic scaling device, and tartar deposits are removed. The gums are then stitched back to fit around the teeth.

Bone Grafting
This replacement procedure is for those with damaged teeth requiring a new bone graft. It involves using a fragment of the patient’s own bone, a synthetic bone, or a donated one to replace bone destroyed by gum disease, providing support to the damaged tooth and aiding in its growth.

Guided Tissue Regeneration
This involves inserting a tiny piece of mesh-like material between the gum tissue and the bone to stimulate the growth of bone and gum tissue. The goal is to enable healthy growth of bones and connective tissues.

Tissue Grafting
This surgical procedure uses soft tissue grafts to treat gum line recession. Tissue is removed from one part of the body (usually the roof of the mouth) and attached to the damaged gum area.

Common FAQs About Gum Surgery

Do I Need Gum Surgery?

If you are experiencing oral health problems such as gum inflammation, bad breath, swelling, bleeding, or other issues, it may be advisable to consider gum surgery to address these concerns and improve your oral health.