Say Goodbye to Gum Disease: How Pocket Reduction Surgery Can Transform Your Oral Health

Do you want to say goodbye to gum disease and hello to a healthy smile? You probably have gum disease if you have bleeding gums, bad breath, or loose teeth. This condition can ruin your smile and harm your overall health.
 

But do not worry; there is a way to treat gum disease and restore oral health. This is pocket reduction surgery, which can work wonders for saving your teeth.
 

What Is Pocket Reduction Surgery?

This dental procedure, known as osseous surgery, aims to treat gum disease. It eliminates or reduces the pockets between your gums and teeth when you have gum disease. These pockets are spaces where bacteria can hide and cause infection and inflammation. They can also damage the bone and tissue that support your teeth.
 

What to Expect

A periodontist, a gum health expert, usually does pocket reduction surgery. You can have it done on one or more teeth, depending on how bad your gum disease is. The procedure involves:
 

• Giving you anesthesia to numb your gums and teeth. You may also choose sedation if you are anxious or nervous.

• Making minor cuts in your gums to pull them away from your teeth This exposes the roots and the bone underneath.

• Cleaning the plaque and bacteria off your root surfaces

• Smoothing and reshaping the bone around your teeth to eliminate pockets or areas of damage

• Regenerating bone in areas of bone loss, if needed. This may involve the placement of membranes or bone grafts.

• Stitching your gums back together and covering them with a bandage.
   

Benefits of Pocket Reduction Surgery

This treatment has many benefits for your oral health. Pocket reduction surgery removes the bacteria that cause gum disease and infection. This prevents them from spreading to other parts of your mouth or body.
 

It helps preserve the bone and tissue that support your teeth. This prevents them from loosening or falling out due to gum disease. It can make your smile more attractive by reducing the swelling and redness of your gums. This can enhance the contour and shape of your teeth and gums.
 

Recovery

Pocket reduction surgery works well and is safe, but you need time to recover. After the surgery, you may experience minor discomfort, swelling, bleeding, or sensitivity. Your periodontist will give you medication and mouthwash to help you heal faster and prevent infections.
 

You should also follow these tips for a smooth recovery:
 

• Eat soft foods and avoid hot, spicy, or crunchy foods for a few days.

• Drink plenty of water, but avoid carbonated drinks and alcohol.

• Do not smoke or use tobacco products.

• Brush your teeth gently, but avoid the surgical area.

• Use an ice pack or a cold compress to reduce swelling.

• Follow up with your periodontist as scheduled.
   

Conclusion

Pocket reduction surgery can transform your oral health and life in many ways.
 

For more dental care tips, visit Perio Atlanta at our Atlanta, Georgia, office. Call (404) 352-3123 to schedule an appointment today.