Gum Flap Surgery
The clinics providing Gum Flap Surgery are listed below. Contact them today to get a quote, make an appointment or have an online consultation.
Dr. Jimenez blends the art of cosmetic dentistry and the science of oral and reconstructive dental treatments. The clinic's team caters to the patient's individual needs and wishes, creating happy, healthy and confident smiles.
- Testimonial: " You could search the entire world and not find a better more professional place " Carl Chase, , Maui
- Languages: English, Spanish
- Additional Services: Translators, Accomodation Assistance
Dentaris is one of the leading dental clinics in Quinatano Roo, Mexico. The dental clinic is committed to exceeding the patient's expectations with innovative and atheistic dental treatments.
- Languages: English, Spanish
- Additional Services: Protesis, Endodontics, Orthodontics, Orthopedics, Implant Dentistry
Cozumel is an unspoiled and undiscovered island in Mexico, well off the beaten path of popular Mexican resort towns. The island is one of the most spectacular spots with a world of exciting and fun things to do to suit every taste.
- Languages: English, Spanish
- Additional Services: Accommodation, Transportation
TRIDENT offers superior quality aesthetic dentistry & implantology. It is located on the spectacular Adriatic Coast in the town of Rovinj, so you can enjoy a beautiful holiday and come home with a dazzling smile.
- Languages: English, Italian, Croatian
- Additional Services: Affordable apartments for rental owned by Trident, Sightseeing tours, Airport pick-up
Dr. Eva Csibrey has run a private practice in Budapest for the last fifteen years. Located on the Buda side, the clinic is seven minutes from the central metro station Deak Ter, and 1 minute walk from Moszkva Ter. The office is modern, well equipped, comfortable and friendly.
- Languages: English, German
BGDenta is a complete dental service provider for everything to do with cosmetic and reconstructive dentistry, nestled in one of Sofia's fine locations.
- Languages: Bulgarian, English, French, German, Greek, Russian
- Additional Services: Emergency service, text message reminders, home visits, open 24 hours, open weekends
Kusadasi Total Care has provided cosmetic-surgical and cosmetic-dental treatments in Kusadasi Turkey since 2001. Due to the economic growth of Turkey the medical facilities and education system have been elevated to meet American standards, which are at a higher level than in Europe.
- Testimonial: " I am extremely happy with the treatment I received " Lesley
- Languages: Dutch, German, English,Turkish
- Additional Services: Airport pick-up, translation, local guide, free transfer between hotel and clinic
Udent Istanbul Dental Clinic takes your dental needs seriously with its comprehensive care in a gentle, friendly atmosphere. The staff and clinic are fully compliant with the guidelines for cleanliness, safety, and infection control.
- Testimonial: " When I went to my dentist here in US, she couldn't believe that I have veneers on my teeth b/c my teeth looked so natural " R.M.
- Languages: English, German
- Additional Services: Accommodation Assistance, Translator
CTG is currently offering Christmas Specials for cosmetic surgery and dental treatments in Izmir, Turkey. These promotions offer great prices including accommodation. Make your medical treatment a memorable one with CTG Healthcare and a vacation in beautiful Turkey!
- Testimonial: " Many thanks. I have the best smile in England now. " Jacqueline & James, UK
- Languages: English
- Additional Services: Transfers
Fresh from a facelift, the dental center is a comprehensive, modern dental clinic in Antalya that offer a wide range of cosmetic and reconstructive dental treatments. Dental center employs high-end dental equipments, such as 3D X-Ray Tomography machine which sends digital images of your teeth and jaw bones to guide implant computer software.
- Languages: English, Turkish
- Additional Services: Hotel Accommodation, Airport Pickups and Transfers
What is Gum Flap Surgery?
Gum flap surgery is used to treat periodontal gum disease if the infection is beneath the gum line. Periodontal flap surgery reduces the depth of the pockets in which the gum intersects with supporting teeth to prevent bacterial build up and tooth decay.
Gum flap surgery is used to repair damaged teeth or rebuild bone if bone loss has occurred. Periodontists, who are dentists specializing in the area of gum disease, perform the procedure on an out-patient basis.
Periodontal surgeons must make an incision in the gum to lift back the gum tissue and separate the gums from the teeth and jawbone. This allows dentists to reach the underlying jawbone and tooth roots. Gum flap surgery is needed because of damage to the jawbone.
Minor bone defects can be repaired using a procedure called osseous re-contouring where the dentist evens out the edges of the bone. Re-contouring the jawbone will help the gum heal with no complications and can help regenerate bone growth.
If the bone has begun to rot or break away, parts of the jawbone may be removed and repaired with bone grafting during the gingival flap surgery. Once all decay and damaged bone has been removed, the gum flaps are reattached to the bone and tissue using dental sutures.
A Good Candidate for Gum Flap Surgery
Anyone who is suffering from periodontal gum disease, which is affecting the tissue and the stability of teeth in the jawbone, may be a good candidate for gum surgery. Dentists will recommend gum flap surgery if deep-root scale and polish cleaning is unable to remove all bacteria because the gum pockets are too deep.
Gum Flap Surgery Procedure
Periodontists make an incision in the gum to reveal the jawbone. Small holes are then made into the area of the jaw where the bone graft will be placed. The grafted bone is located into these holes, or if a large amount of bone grafting is needed, the grafted bone will be secured into the existing bone with titanium screws.
Bone marrow may be placed on top of the bone graft to stimulate healing before the incision is sealed. Periodontists place tissue membrane over the dental bone graft and seal the incision with dental sutures.
The length of the bone graft procedure depends on the amount of bone grafting needed. For some patients the procedure will be complete in 2 hours, for other patients it may take up to 5 hours to remove the bone from one area of the body and place the graft into the jaw.
Periodontal gum surgery may take between 1-4 hours to complete depending on the amount of damage revealed when the gum flap is lifted.
Risks and Side Effects of Gum Flap Surgery
There is a risk of infection following any type of gum surgery and patients will be prescribed antibiotics to prevent infection.
Recovery from Gum Flap Surgery
Patients do not normally experience severe pain following gum flap surgery, however the gum will be swollen for a few days following the procedure. The dental sutures will be removed a week after surgery in a follow-up dental appointment. Patients can return to work immediately if the swelling of the gum is not painful or distracting.
Results of Gum Flap Surgery
Periodontal gum flap surgery is a dental procedure to repair damage to the gum tissue, tooth roots and jawbone. Following the reconstructive surgery, if patients maintain thorough dental hygiene there should be no need to repeat the procedure.
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