Dental osseous surgery (also known as periodontal osseous surgery or periodontal flap surgery) is a surgical procedure performed to treat advanced gum disease or periodontitis. It is typically recommended when non-surgical treatments, such as scaling and root planing, have not been successful in controlling the disease.
During a dental osseous surgery procedure, the gums are gently lifted or folded back to expose the underlying tooth roots and the surrounding bone. This allows the dentist or periodontist to access and thoroughly clean the tooth roots, remove plaque, tartar, and infected tissue from deep periodontal pockets, and smooth any irregular surfaces on the bone.
In some cases, bone grafts or regenerative materials may be used to promote the regeneration of lost bone and tissue. The gums are then repositioned and sutured back into place, allowing for proper healing and reattachment.
The goal of dental osseous surgery is to eliminate or reduce the deep periodontal pockets, remove bacteria and infected tissue, and promote the regeneration of healthy gum tissue and bone. This procedure helps to halt the progression of gum disease, reduce gum inflammation, and improve the overall health and stability of the teeth and supporting structures
Dental osseous surgery is typically performed under local anesthesia to ensure patient comfort during the procedure. Post-operative care instructions, including proper oral hygiene practices and follow-up visits, are provided to support healing and maintain the results of the surgery.
PerioView® Endoscope
For years, traditional flap osseous surgery was often needed simply to see the root surface. This required cutting and reflecting the gums to access the root surface. After removing the calculus, the gums were then sutured back together with stiches.
At Austin Perio Health we utilize advanced technology like the PerioView® dental endoscope. Periodontal endoscopy can often provide visibility without having to surgically open the gums.
With the PerioView® dental endoscope, our providers can see, identify and remove harmful bacteria, infection and calculus hidden below the gumline with greater precision by using a tiny dental endoscope (camera) and high magnification to directly visualize the area between the tooth and gum. That means a more conservative and minimally invasive approach, no scalpels, incisions or sutures (stiches), and a quicker and more comfortable recovery time.
From Treatment by "Feel" to Treatment by "Sight"
