Purpose: To regenerate lost bone and tissue.
Procedure: After the bacteria are removed, bone grafts, membranes, or tissue-stimulating proteins are used to encourage your body’s natural ability to regenerate bone and tissue.

Purpose: To cover exposed tooth roots, reduce gum recession, and protect vulnerable roots from decay.
Procedure: Tissue is taken from the palate or another donor source and attached to the affected area.

Purpose: To expose more of the tooth’s structure for restorative purposes (like crowning a broken tooth) or to improve the esthetics of the gum line.
Procedure: Involves removing excess gum tissue, and possibly some bone, to expose more of a tooth’s structure.

Purpose: Specifically aimed at regenerating jaw bone and tissue to minimize the chances of tooth loss.
Procedure: Typically used in combination with flap surgery, involves placing a small piece of mesh-like material between the bone and gum tissue to keep the gum tissue from growing into the area where the bone should be, allowing the bone and connective tissue to regrow.

Purpose: Minimally invasive treatment to remove inflamed gum tissue surrounding the tooth when the tooth is cleaned during scaling and root planing.
Procedure: Utilizes laser technology to remove diseased tissue and bacteria.

Pain Management: Some discomfort is expected, which can be managed with pain medication.
Diet: Soft foods and avoiding hard or chewy foods until the surgical site heals.
Oral Hygiene: Gentle brushing and flossing around the surgical area, sometimes with special mouth rinses or other tools.
Follow-Up Appointments: Essential for monitoring healing and ensuring the success of the surgery.
Benefits and Risks
Benefits: Reduces gum pockets, regenerates lost bone and tissue, prevents tooth loss, and improves the aesthetics of the smile.
Risks: As with any surgery, there are risks of infection, bleeding, and reactions to anesthesia. Specific risks can depend on the type of procedure and the patient’s overall health.
Periodontal surgery is often considered when non-surgical treatments for periodontal disease, such as scaling and root planing, have not sufficiently improved the health of the gums. The choice of procedure depends on the severity and extent of the gum disease. As always, maintaining good oral hygiene and regular dental visits are crucial for preventing periodontal disease and its complications.