Gum surgeries

When you skip your dental visits for too long, untreated gum disease can leave you with infected and damaged gums that require surgery. If your dentist has referred you to a gum specialist for gum surgery, here’s what you need to know:

Gum surgeries are needed for patients who have developed gum disease. Gum disease is one of the most common reasons for tooth loss. This disease starts gradually. Some of the early signs are swollen, red, bleeding gums or bad breath which is followed by more severe symptoms like loose, shifted teeth ,a dull ache in the gums and in more advanced form of gingivitis that leads to inflammation and damaged bone and tissue.
The There are many types of gum surgeries that can help alleviate these symptoms. Besides poor oral care routine, there are certain chronic illnesses and certain medications that can lead to gum problems. Gum surgery or Periodontal surgery can re-grow damaged bones and tissues, prevent tooth loss, reduce gum gaps between the teeth, and reshape the jawbone to eliminate bacterial growth.
However, gum disease is not the only reason for gum surgery. Some patients opt for cosmetic gum surgery, such as when their gums cover too much of their teeth, a condition known as a “gummy smile.”
At our clinic we conduct a careful gum examination during each visit. Our goal is to catch gum disease at the earliest stage. Depending on the progression of the disease, we will recommend the therapy that can best help our patient. Our patient’s comfort is our foremost concern.

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Gum surgeries

The cost of gum surgery depends on the severity and type of gum disease, number of teeth involved and cosmetic needs of the patient. Treatment cost of gingivitis is lower than that of periodontal disease. Use of lasers can affect the cost of treatment.
Since each individual patient is different the cost of gum surgery can vary significantly. At our clinic experienced doctors will carefully evaluate your needs and recommend a treatment plan that is customized to you and at affordable prices. So you can schedule a consultation with our dental specialists to find out if you are a candidate for gum surgery.
Daily brushing and flossing, along with regular visits to the dentist, will help keep your teeth healthy and strong. But good oral hygiene isn’t just for your teeth—it also keeps your gums healthy. Regular oral exams give your dentist the chance to in its early stages and treat it before it progresses.

Treatments available include:

The type of gum surgery you need depends on the severity of your gum disease and the specific damage it has done, or the type of cosmetic results you desire. Types of gum surgery include:

1. Gingival Flap Surgery

Gums are separated from the teeth for a deep cleaning, then stitched back into place around the teeth. Bone reshaping is sometimes required during the surgery.

2. Gingivectomy

Excess and overgrown gum tissue is removed to improve aesthetics and to make it easier to keep the surface of the teeth clean.

3. Gingivoplasty

Gum re-contouring also called Gingivoplasty: It is a procedure done to shape the gums by cutting off the excess gum tissue. It is done to correct a gummy smile, where a lot of gum tissue is seen when a person smiles. Though it is a normal variation it makes people conscious while smiling and can be corrected, by gum contouring. Gum contouring is done to expose more tooth structure for one or all of the teeth.

4. Gum Graft

Tissue is taken from the roof of the mouth and stitched into place on either side of a tooth that is exposed due to gums that are receding. This helps even the gum line and reduce sensitivity..

5. Gum Regeneration

Gum tissue is folded back and bacteria is removed. The surgeon inserts bone grafts, membranes, or tissue-stimulating proteins to help the gum tissues regenerate around the teeth. Painless treatment with lasers: At Signatures Smiles, we have the most advanced procedures that use dental lasers to treat gum disease. This is a painless procedure done under local anesthesia and in a single visit. .