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Periodontal Treatments and Procedures
In brief
Periodontal health should be achieved in the least invasive and most cost-effective manner, often through non-surgical treatment such as scaling and root planing. When that isn't enough, surgical procedures can reduce deep pockets, regenerate lost bone and tissue, cover exposed roots and improve the look of your smile.
Non-Surgical Periodontal Treatment
Scaling and root planing cleans plaque and tartar from deep periodontal pockets, often the least invasive and most cost-effective way to treat gum disease.
Learn moreGum Graft Surgery
Gum graft surgery covers tooth roots exposed by gum recession, helping reduce sensitivity, further recession and bone loss. Learn how gum grafts work.
Learn moreLaser Treatment for Gum Disease
Lasers may help scaling and root planing and reduce bleeding and swelling, but no laser has been shown superior to traditional gum disease treatment.
Learn moreRegenerative Procedures
When gum disease destroys bone around your teeth, regenerative procedures using membranes, bone grafts or proteins can reverse some of the damage.
Learn moreDental Crown Lengthening Procedure
Crown lengthening reshapes excess gum and bone to expose more of the natural tooth, correcting a gummy smile or preparing a tooth for a crown or bridge.
Learn morePeriodontal Pocket Reduction Procedures
Pocket reduction surgery removes bacteria from deep periodontal pockets and smooths damaged bone so gums can reattach, helping you keep your teeth.
Learn morePeriodontal Plastic Surgery Procedures
Periodontists are the plastic surgeons of dentistry. Crown lengthening, gum grafts and ridge augmentation can improve gummy smiles and exposed roots.
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Dental implants
Periodontists are specially trained in the placement and repair of dental implants, along with the bone grafting procedures that prepare the jaw for them.
Dental Implants Overview
Dental implants are artificial tooth roots that hold replacement teeth or bridges. Learn about implant types, candidacy, the procedure and aftercare.
Learn moreSingle Tooth Implants
Missing one tooth? A single implant and crown replaces the tooth and its root without grinding down neighbouring teeth. See the advantages and steps.
Learn moreMultiple Tooth Implants
Missing several teeth? Implant-supported bridges replace teeth without relying on neighbouring teeth and help preserve the jawbone. Learn how they work.
Learn moreFull Mouth Dental Implants
Missing all your teeth? Implant-supported bridges or dentures are more stable and comfortable than conventional dentures and help preserve the jawbone.
Learn moreSinus Augmentation
Sinus lift surgery raises the sinus floor and builds bone in the upper back jaw so dental implants can be placed where bone has been lost.
Learn moreRidge Modification
Ridge modification rebuilds the jawbone ridge with bone or bone substitute so implants can be placed, and corrects indentations in the jaw line.
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Frequently asked questions
Is gum disease always treated with surgery?
No. Treatment guidelines stress the least invasive, most cost-effective approach, which is often non-surgical periodontal treatment such as scaling and root planing. Surgery may be indicated when non-surgical treatment does not achieve periodontal health.
What are periodontal plastic surgery procedures?
Periodontists are often considered the plastic surgeons of dentistry. Procedures such as crown lengthening, gum grafts and ridge augmentation can correct a gummy smile, cover exposed roots and fill indentations in the gums and jawbone.
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