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Flap Surgery
Advanced gum treatment for healthy and strong gums.
Flap Surgery
A specialized periodontal treatment designed to access and clean areas beneath the gums when deeper gum disease requires professional care.
What is Flap Surgery?
Flap Surgery, also known as periodontal flap surgery, is a procedure used to treat certain advanced gum conditions. It allows the dentist or periodontist to gently access areas beneath the gum line so that infected tissue, plaque, and tartar can be thoroughly cleaned.
When gum disease has progressed and deep periodontal pockets are difficult to clean with routine methods, flap surgery may be recommended. The treatment plan depends on the condition of your gums, teeth, bone support, and overall oral health.
The procedure provides better access to areas below the gum line that may not be adequately treated with routine professional cleaning alone.
Benefits of Flap Surgery
Deep Cleaning
Provides access to deeper areas around the teeth for thorough cleaning.
Gum Health
Helps manage certain advanced periodontal conditions and support healthier gums.
Protect Supporting Tissues
Appropriate periodontal treatment can help maintain the tissues supporting your teeth.
When May Flap Surgery Be Recommended?
- Deep periodontal pockets that are difficult to clean
- Advanced gum disease requiring surgical access
- Persistent infection or inflammation around the gums
- When non-surgical periodontal treatment has not provided sufficient improvement
- Certain cases involving bone or supporting tissue around teeth
Your Treatment Journey
- Periodontal Assessment: Your gums, teeth, periodontal pockets, and supporting bone are carefully evaluated.
- Treatment Planning: Your dentist explains the procedure and discusses the expected care and recovery.
- Gum Access: The gum tissue is gently lifted to provide access to the affected area.
- Thorough Cleaning: Plaque, tartar, and affected tissue are carefully treated as appropriate.
- Gum Repositioning: The gum tissue is placed back and secured to support healing.
Following your dentist's instructions, maintaining good oral hygiene, attending follow-up appointments, and avoiding activities that may disturb the treated area can support proper healing.
Take Care of Your Gum Health
Book a periodontal consultation to understand your gum condition and explore the treatment options suitable for you.
