Periodontal Osseous Treatment

Osseous surgery, which is also known as pocket depth reduction, is a treatment done to remove gum tissue that has been impacted by periodontal disease

Simi Valley Periodontics

Periodontal Osseous Treatment in Simi Valley

Osseous surgery, which is also known as pocket depth reduction, is a treatment done to remove gum tissue that has been impacted by periodontal disease. The plaque that builds up can spread to the gums and teeth, resulting in a spread of the infection. As the infection worsens, it causes the gums to pull away from the teeth, which lead to ‘pockets’ between the gums and teeth full of bacteria. The pockets eventually start to deepen, which causes the disease to spread and causes more bone and tissue damage. This can result in teeth to become loose and fall out, which may require an extraction to remove the infected teeth. At Simi Valley Periodontics, our team of highly experienced periodontists will examine your teeth and gums and determine the best course of action. Depending on the severity of the condition, you may require osseous treatment, also known as pocket reduction surgery. Our team is here to provide you with the absolute best treatment for you to ensure your oral health. We are highly experienced in pocket reduction in surgery. If you would like to schedule an appointment, feel free to contact our team today. Our periodontist in Simi Valley will provide you with a comprehensive examination and determine if osseous surgery is best for you.


What is Periodontitis?

Periodontitis is a serious gum disease that can result in tooth loss and other serious oral health issues. Without treatment, periodontitis can ruin your gum tissue, teeth, and bone that supports your teeth.


Non-Surgical Therapy for Periodontis 

Non-surgical therapy, also known as scaling and root planing is done to carefully clean the root surfaces to get rid of plaque and tartar that build up in pockets between the gum and teeth. Scaling and root planing in Simi Valley is sometimes combined with non-surgical therapy, including antimicrobials, antibiotics, and host modulation. It is important that non-surgical therapy is continued to sustain one’s oral health. 


Laser Therapy for Periodontitis 

Laser treatment can be used to treat periodontitis, also known as gum disease. Laser treatment has certainly revolutionized dentistry, allowing periodontists and dentists to perform effective treatments for many different conditions. Laser therapy for gum disease in Simi Valley treats the infected pocket to kill the infected tissue and bacteria.


Osseous Surgery Procedure

If the patient’s pockets are too deep, then the patient cannot maintain the issue with just an oral hygiene regimen. Therefore, treatment will be required by a skilled Simi Valley periodontist. At the beginning of the procedure, your periodontist will administer local anesthesia, which will be followed by folding back the gums tissue for a thorough cleaning of the pocket to remove bacteria. This process will help restore gum tissue so your periodontist can reattach the gum tissue to your teeth. Overall, osseous treatment is an extremely helpful treatment that is important for patients who experience pockets of bacteria between the gum and teeth. If left untreated, the disease can quickly progress. If you are in need of rejuvenating your gums with osseous surgery, contact our team today. We will do everything it takes to decrease your chances of serious oral health issues caused by periodontal disease.


Post-Operative Care 

Most patients are able to return to their daily activities within a few days after treatment. Here are some post-operative suggestions to help you revolver from periodontal osseous treatment:


  • Avoid smoking
  • Avoid using a straw until you are completely healed
  • Eat soft foods for the first few days
  • Avoid physical activity after surgery
  • Change gauze regularly
  • Use an icepack and place on the outside of your mouth to avoid swelling
  • Rinse mouth with saltwater after 24 hours


In addition, your periodontist may recommend dietary changes throughout your healing. 

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