What is pocket reduction surgery?

When gum disease has progressed to the point that bone is lost or damaged, pocket reduction surgery may be recommended. This is a surgical procedure that allows the Periodontist to get under the gums and repair the damage caused by the disease. The procedure pulls back the gums to allow the Periodontist to clean the teeth for the first time where tartar can be visualized on the root surface. Infected gum tissue is removed and the bone is reshaped to create the best contour for the gums and to provide the needed access for optimal oral hygiene and oral health.

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