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You may need gum surgery to treat gum disease. Gum disease, or periodontitis, ruins mouths and can cause significant tooth decay. Another type of gum surgery is more cosmetic as it reduces the “gummy” smile. Our oral surgeons at Mall Road Dental can perform either type. Our comfortable environment with modern technology makes gum surgeries effective and non-stressful.
There aren’t one or two types of gum surgeries but several. Some, like the flap procedure, are common while others like the gum graft are complicated.
Tissue from the mouth roof is taken in a gum graft and is used to replace diseased gum tissue.
A soft food diet is recommended. You shouldn’t brush in the surgery area and will need pain relievers. Things like smoking, strenuous physical activity, and alcohol should be avoided.
Follow up with your oral surgeon or dentist. Stitches may dissolve but you may want your dentist to remove them if your gums have healed. Avoid spicy foods, smoking and alcohol but you may gently brush the area.
Continue resuming a normal diet and lifestyle but avoid activity that strains the surgical area. You may need another dental follow-up to remove stitches if they haven't fallen out.
You can return to a normal oral hygiene routine. Floss and brush regularly, including the surgical area.
Discuss upcoming gum surgeries with your oral surgeon to find out whether this is a good option. Gum disease can be managed in early stages preventing gum surgeries later. Prevention and early intervention is best. Mall Road Dental can help you navigate these options.
