Gum Flap Surgery in Grass Valley California

Greenolivia96812 Sep, 2024Health

When deep pockets between teeth and gums 6 millimeters or deeper are present, it is difficult for a dentist to thoroughly remove the plaque and tartar. Gum flap surgery is a procedure where the gum flap is lifted away from the tooth. Diseased tissue and sometimes bone is removed. The rough surfaces of the tooth are then smoothed by root planning. The area is medicated, and the gum flap is replaced and sutured allowing the bone and gum tissue to heal.