Halts Gum Disease
Surgery removes the bacteria, plaque, and tartar driving gum disease and reduces the deep pockets it creates.
Struggling with advanced gum disease, recession, or an uneven gumline? Gum surgery in Woodland Hills, CA, treats these issues to restore both your oral health and the look of your smile. At Woodland Hills Family Dentistry, our experienced team guides you through the process with a gentle, personalized approach.
Gum surgery, also called periodontal surgery, includes procedures that treat gum disease, repair recession, improve appearance, or prepare for other dental treatments. For advanced gum disease with deep pockets and bone loss, surgery can halt its progression and restore gum health, while for significant recession it restores lost tissue and protects exposed roots. It can also reshape uneven gums or create a healthy foundation before restorations like implants or veneers.
Surgery removes the bacteria, plaque, and tartar driving gum disease and reduces the deep pockets it creates.
By restoring tissue lost to recession, it covers exposed roots and protects your teeth from further damage.
Reshaping uneven gumlines or excessive gum tissue creates a more balanced and aesthetically pleasing smile.
Treating gum problems builds a healthy foundation that helps future restorations succeed and last longer.
From your first exam to the final result, here's exactly what to expect — calm, clear, and never rushed.
Book a ConsultationOur periodontist evaluates your gums in detail and reviews the procedure and any precautions with you.
On surgery day, local anesthesia numbs the area so you stay comfortable throughout the entire procedure.
A small incision exposes the bone and tooth roots so we can clean out diseased tissue and tartar buildup.
We reshape the gum tissue as needed, and if recession is involved we may add a graft to cover the roots.
The gums are sutured back into place, and we share post-op care instructions and schedule a follow-up.
Advanced gum disease with deep pockets and persistent inflammation may need surgery to halt its progress.
Gum recession that exposes tooth roots can cause sensitivity and may require surgery to restore tissue.
An uneven gumline or a gummy smile can be surgically reshaped and contoured for a more balanced appearance.
Some restorations, like crowns or implants, may need gum surgery first to ensure a healthy foundation.
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We go above and beyond to make gum surgery feel calm and effortless — pairing the latest technology with a gentle, unhurried approach designed entirely around you.
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The cost depends on the type of gum surgery and the extent of treatment your gums need. We provide a clear treatment plan with your options and affordable solutions during your consultation.
Many dental plans help cover gum surgery when it is medically necessary to treat periodontal disease or recession. Our team will verify your benefits and include your estimated coverage in your treatment plan.
After a thorough evaluation to confirm surgery is the right option, we will schedule your procedure at a convenient time. Contact us and we will arrange your consultation to discuss your treatment.
We use local anesthesia to numb the area, so you should not feel pain during the procedure. Some discomfort, swelling, and bleeding afterward are normal and usually subside within a few days.
Recovery involves following post-op instructions, taking any prescribed medications, and avoiding certain foods and activities. Most discomfort fades within a few days, and we schedule follow-ups to monitor your healing.
Maintaining good oral hygiene beforehand reduces the risk of infection and supports faster healing. Our dentist may also advise avoiding certain blood-thinning medications that can increase bleeding during surgery.
No, while it treats gum disease, it also repairs recession, reshapes uneven or excessive gums, and prepares for restorations. It can improve both the health and the appearance of your smile.
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