Content overseen by dr. Cristina Novac who has an experience of over 8 years in stomatology and is a certified doctor in general dentistry.
Gingival flap surgery is used to treat periodontitis or gum diseases. This kind of procedure may be suggested for patients with common or progressive periodontitis. Surgery might be required if irritation and deep pockets continue after prescribed treatment with deep washing and medication. Our dentists in Dubai may perform flap surgery to eliminate tartar deposits in deep pockets or to decrease the periodontal pocket.
What does this kind of surgery require?
This common surgery includes lifting back the gums and eliminating the plaque. The gums are then sewed back in place so that the soft tissue fits tightly around the tooth again. After the operation, the gums will restore and fit strongly around the teeth and this occasionally results in the teeth looking longer. The Dubai dentist will determine the patient’s dental healthcare and the medicines he/she needs to take, in order to make sure that surgery is safe for him/her. We remind that you can receive dental implants in Dubai if you have suffered from tooth loss. Step into our modern dental clinics in Dubai and ask for complete information about the available dental procedures.
The video below offers details about the flap surgery method our team of dentists in Dubai can provide in our modern dental clinics:
Flap surgery, step-by-step
First of all, the dentist in Dubai will apply local anesthesia and then will use a scalpel to detach the gums from the teeth. The gums will be raised or folded back in the shape of a flap, in order to permit direct contact to the roots and bone that support the teeth. The irritated soft tissue will be detached between the teeth and from any holes or flaws in the bone. The next step used by our dentist is called scaling and root planning to clean the deposit of plaque and tartar. The last step means placing the gums against the teeth and sewing them in position. The doctor will use sutures which melt on their own or stitches that have to be detached after a week or after ten days.
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Dental treatment after a flap surgery
Our Dubai dentists remind to their patients that it is significant to keep a clean mouth while the place is healing, so they should brush and floss normally. Antimicrobial mouth solutions with chlorhexidine are frequently recommended after a flap surgery. These solutions destroy bacteria, interrupt plaque development and help your mouth to heal correctly. In addition to the home remedies prescribed by your dentist in Dubai, a patient who received a flap surgery must understand the importance of maintaining the teeth and gums healthy. This can only be made with the daily oral habits and with several dental check-ups recommended by the dentist. Patients can also receive a special kind of diet rich in fruits and vegetables, the main resources of vitamins and nutrients necessary for a better and fast healing. While recovering after a flap surgery procedure, a patient is advised to stay away from sugary and acid products. Furthermore, nuts, walnuts, or any other fruits with solid shells must be avoided, as they can intervene in the good process of healing after a flap surgery.
Why is flap surgery recommended?
Periodontitis is a serious dental problem that affects numerous persons around the world. Bad and negligent care of the denture will often lead to serious illnesses where there is nothing left to do, but to perform surgery. In cases of severe periodontitis, flap surgery is the most recommended method, as it can allow the dentist to eliminate the tartar as much as possible, including the plaque found on the roots of the teeth. Furthermore, with this method, the dentist can detect any sign of bone flaws and can take care of them before enclosing the gums around the teeth.
Please feel free to contact our team of dentists in Dubai for any other information regarding flap surgery and suitable treatment plans.