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Gum Surgery
Sometimes gum surgery might be needed to treat certain gum diseases and conditions, such as gingivitis or periodontitis. This type of surgery is also known as periodontal surgery.
Daily brushing and flossing, along with consistent preventative visits to see your team at Traynor Periodontics & Implants, will help keep your teeth strong and healthy. But good oral hygiene is not just for your teeth, it is also necessary to keep your gums healthy. Regular and timely oral exams give us the chance to detect gum disease in its preliminary stages and treat it promptly before it progresses.
Traynor Periodontics & Implants provides a variety of surgical and non-surgical services for the treatment of periodontal issues. We are well-known for our excellent communication style and warm presence. We are extremely effective with all clinical practices due to our consistent engagement with the innovative, technological improvements in the dental industry. We pride ourselves on the fact that we are very conservative in our treatment recommendations and limit surgery to the areas where it is absolutely necessary. Call Traynor Periodontics & Implants at 203-661-5885 with any questions or to make an appointment to examine the possibility of gum surgery.
When you skip and avoid your dental visits, untreated gum disease will quickly leave you with infected and damaged gums that may require gum surgery.
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Some Reasons for Gum Surgery
Gingivitis, the first stage of gum disease, can be treated quickly and efficiently. Periodontitis is an advanced level of gum disease that develops into inflammation and damages tissue and bone. Periodontitis requires a prompt visit to Traynor Periodontics & Implants, and treatment could include gum surgery. Gum surgery will reduce any gum gaps between the teeth, promote the regrowth of damaged tissue, prevent tooth loss, and reshape the jawbone to eliminate any bacteria.
The gum surgery procedure will treat gum disease and any damage it may have caused by:
- Eliminating damaging bacteria and infection.
- Regrowing damaged tissues and bone.
- Preventing tooth loss.
- Reducing gum gaps between teeth, which are known as black triangles.
- Reshaping the jawbone to lower the risk for further bacterial growth.
Gum disease is not the only reason to have gum surgery. You may be interested in cosmetic gum surgery, which is when your gums cover too much of your front teeth, a condition known as a gummy smile.
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The Different Types of Gum Surgery
The type of gum surgery you might need depends on the severity of your gum disease and the specific damage created, or the specific cosmetic goals you desire. Types of gum surgery offered at Traynor Periodontics & Implants include:
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The Gum Surgery Process
Depending on the type of gum surgery, a variety of things could take place. Most gum surgery procedures usually take about two hours. In some cases, the gum surgery could require a general anesthetic. Most often the gum surgery will only involve the use of a local anesthetic to numb the immediate area.
During procedures, we always use sterile equipment, including dental instruments and drapes, to minimize any risk of infection. We might make small incisions along the gum line to lift the gums away from the teeth. Sometimes we may be able to use a dental laser. Either way, this allows us to see the roots better so we can remove the source of the infection, tartar, and plaque.
Following this, the team at Traynor Periodontics & Implants may perform other procedures if determined to be beneficial to you, such as gum reshaping, bone regeneration, or other planned procedures.
Once the gum surgery is complete, we will suture the gums back into place. We will remove the stitches about a week after the gum surgery.
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We recognize that every patient is different, with unique oral health needs and goals. That is why we take a personalized approach to care, tailoring our treatment plans to your specific situation. Dr. Traynor will work closely with you to develop a plan that addresses your concerns and helps you achieve your desired outcomes.
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Our mission at Traynor Periodontics & Implants is to help patients live healthier lives. We provide a caring, nurturing environment where your comfort and health are of primary importance. We feel we are the best in our field. From complex periodontal surgery to less invasive therapeutic treatments, we create sophisticated treatment plans customized to your unique needs. Experience next-level care and exceptional results in our state-of-the-art facility. Efficient and courteous, our remarkable staff is committed to providing you with outstanding care. We blend our world-class specialty education with ongoing research and clinical endeavors to provide the highest level of periodontal solutions to each and every patient. You can find Traynor Periodontics & Implants at 15 Valley Drive, Suite 302, Greenwich, CT. Or call us today at 203-661-5885.
