Periodontal
surgery is necessary when your periodontist determines that the tissue around
your teeth is unhealthy and cannot be repaired with non-surgical treatment.
Reducing
pocket depth and eliminating existing bacteria are important to prevent damage
caused by the progression of periodontal disease and to help you maintain a
healthy smile. Eliminating bacteria alone may not be sufficient to prevent
disease recurrence. Deeper pockets are more difficult for you and your dental
care professional to clean, so it's important for you to reduce them. Reduced
pockets and a combination of daily oral hygiene and professional maintenance
care increase your chances of keeping your natural teeth and decrease the
chance of serious health problems associated with periodontal disease.
With
a combination of daily oral hygiene and professional maintenance care, you'll
increase the chances of keeping your natural teeth – and decrease the chances
of serious health problems associated with periodontal disease.
