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Periodontal (gum) surgery treats moderate to advanced periodontitis — bacterial infection that has destroyed the gum tissue and supporting bone around teeth. Surgical techniques include open flap debridement (to clean below the gum line), osseous surgery (to reshape infected bone), and regenerative procedures (to restore lost bone and tissue). Surgery is indicated when non-surgical scaling and root planing has not adequately controlled the disease. Performed by periodontists, these procedures halt bone loss, reduce pocket depths, and preserve teeth that would otherwise be lost.
A comprehensive periodontal examination includes probing pocket depths, a full-mouth X-ray series or CBCT scan, and assessment of bone loss patterns, furcation involvement, and tooth mobility.
Non-surgical deep cleaning is typically performed 4–6 weeks before surgery to reduce gum inflammation and allow the periodontist to assess the response to initial therapy.
Local anesthesia is administered to the surgical site. Incisions are made around the affected teeth, and a gingival flap is carefully reflected to expose tooth roots and bone.
All calculus and bacterial biofilm are removed from the exposed root surfaces. Infected or deformed bone is reshaped (osseous surgery) or treated with bone grafting materials for regeneration.
In regenerative cases, bone graft material, collagen membranes, or growth factors (enamel matrix derivative) are placed to stimulate regrowth of lost supporting structures.
The gum flap is repositioned to reduce pocket depth and sutured precisely. Post-operative instructions and a chlorhexidine rinse are provided.
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Visits
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Days stay
Active healing 2–4 weeks; full soft tissue and bone remodeling over 6–12 months
Healing
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Periodontal surgery on one or two quadrants per session under local anesthesia. Each appointment is 60–120 minutes. Rest required after each surgery day.
Monitoring of healing, chlorhexidine rinses, soft diet, and prescribed medications. Sutures remain in place. Clinic available for any concerns.
Sutures removed by your local dentist or periodontist at home. Begin normal toothbrushing carefully in the treated area.
A follow-up visit for professional cleaning and pocket-depth re-evaluation confirms the surgical outcome and maintains disease control.
Surgery eliminates deep bacterial deposits that cannot be reached by non-surgical cleaning, halting the destruction of bone and tissue.
Reshaping the bone and repositioning the gum creates shallower pockets that are easier to clean at home and at professional appointments.
Periodontal surgery can preserve teeth that have significant bone loss but still have viable supporting structure — avoiding costly extractions and implants.
Modern bone grafting and membrane techniques can partially restore bone and attachment lost to periodontitis around specific teeth.
Exposing root surfaces during gum surgery commonly leads to temporary sensitivity to cold and touch. This usually improves over 4–8 weeks.
Reducing pocket depth surgically may result in slightly visible root surfaces, especially in the front of the mouth. Your periodontist will explain the trade-offs.
Moderate swelling and bruising are expected for 5–10 days following periodontal surgery, particularly for larger quadrant procedures.
Periodontal surgery succeeds only if combined with excellent daily oral hygiene and regular supportive periodontal therapy. Without maintenance, the disease can recur.
Apply cold packs to the face in 20-minute intervals for the first 24 hours. Eat soft foods only. Do not brush the surgical area. Take all prescribed antibiotics and anti-inflammatories.
Rinse gently with prescribed chlorhexidine mouthwash twice daily. Continue soft diet. Do not use a Waterpik or electric toothbrush in the surgical area until sutures are removed.
Sutures are typically removed 10–14 days after surgery. If traveling home before then, your local dentist or periodontist can remove them.
Professional cleaning every 3 months for the first year after surgery is essential to maintain results and monitor healing. This is the most important factor in long-term success.
Smoking severely impairs healing and dramatically reduces surgical success. A complete smoking cessation is strongly recommended for at least 6 weeks post-operatively.
Plan a minimum of 5–7 days for periodontal surgery covering one to two quadrants. The surgical appointment is on day 1 or 2, with recovery over the following days. Suture removal can be arranged with your local periodontist at home. For full-mouth treatment, multiple trips or a longer extended stay may be planned.