Gingival flap surgery is a dental procedure used to gain access to the root surfaces of teeth for thorough cleaning or treatment of periodontal diseases. The gum tissue is lifted and folded back, creating a flap that exposes the tooth roots. Debridement, scaling, and planing can then be performed, followed by repositioning and securing the flap in place to promote healing.
Gingival flap surgery is a dental procedure used to gain access to the root surfaces of teeth for thorough cleaning or treatment of periodontal diseases. The gum tissue is lifted and folded back, creating a flap that exposes the tooth roots. Debridement, scaling, and planing can then be performed, followed by repositioning and securing the flap in place to promote healing.
A surgical procedure in Spain used to treat gum disease by lifting the gum tissue over the affected tooth root, cleaning the area and reattaching the flap. This allows for better access to the root surface and improved healing.
Commonly performed under local anesthesia, the success rate of this procedure is high with proper oral hygiene post-treatment.