Treatment and Results of Periodontal Surgery

What is periodontal surgery?

Periodontal surgery is a surgical technique that aims to control periodontal disease. The objective is to reach areas that are difficult to access in order to remove tartar and dental plaque. In addition, once this is solved, periradicular bone loss can be regenerated.

Periodontal surgery is indicated in moderate to severe periodontal pathologies.

Treatment of periodontal surgery

The technique of periodontal surgery, according to experts in Dentistry and Stomatology, is based on better access to the dental roots in order to clean them in depth and then, if possible, to regenerate the periodontal ligament and the lost bone tissue.

Complications of periodontal surgery

The most frequent complications of periodontal surgery are inflammation and hematoma. Both are minor complications that are controlled with local control maneuvers, such as the application of cold. On the other hand, there could be an infection of the operated area, which we try to avoid with antibiotic treatment.

Results of periodontal surgery

In the case of periodontal disease, permanent results are not possible. Maintenance and proper plaque control at the patient’s home on a daily basis is essential. For this reason, all periodontal patients undergo an exhaustive control with check-ups where the patient’s gum care is monitored. In addition, pertinent recommendations are given on how to control plaque.