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Periodontal Regeneration

Periodontal Regeneration

Periodontal regeneration can help restore some of the bone and attachment lost to gum disease. An examination shows whether it may help preserve your tooth.

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When regeneration may help.

Gum disease can damage the bone and fibers that support a tooth. In selected areas, regenerative surgery can help rebuild that support.

The shape of the bone loss, the condition of the tooth, and your overall gum health all influence what is possible. We review your measurements and radiographs with you before recommending treatment.

The goals of treatment.

  • Preserve the tooth

    Improve its support when there is a reasonable prospect of keeping it healthy and functional.

  • Reduce deep pockets

    Make the area easier to maintain through home care and professional cleaning.

  • Restore attachment

    Use grafting materials and, where appropriate, membranes or biologics to support healing.

Before regenerative surgery.

  1. 01

    Treat the inflammation

    Initial care usually includes deep cleaning and a review of how the gums respond.

  2. 02

    Assess the remaining defect

    We use measurements and imaging to decide whether regenerative surgery is appropriate.

  3. 03

    Clean and treat the area

    The root is cleaned and the selected materials are placed through surgical access to the defect.

  4. 04

    Monitor recovery

    Follow-up visits check healing and help establish your ongoing maintenance schedule.

Healing and maintenance.

Some patterns of bone loss respond better to regeneration than others. Smoking, blood sugar control, and home care can also affect healing. We discuss these factors with you and, when needed, with your physician.

You will receive specific instructions for protecting and cleaning the treated area. Regular maintenance remains part of your care after healing.

Regeneration FAQ

Regeneration questions.

Can all bone loss be rebuilt?

The location and shape of the defect influence the result. Regaining all lost bone is unlikely, but substantial improvement is possible in suitable areas. We explain what is realistic for each tooth.

How is this different from a deep cleaning?

Deep cleaning removes deposits from the root surface. Regenerative surgery aims to rebuild support that has already been lost, usually after initial cleaning and reassessment.

What materials are used?

The plan may include a biologic (growth factor), bone graft, or barrier membrane. We choose materials based on the defect and the tooth.

Should I save the tooth or have an implant?

We consider the condition of the tooth, what treatment might achieve, and what replacing it would involve. We will explain which option we recommend and why.

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Consultation

Get a second opinion about your tooth.

We can review your examination and scans and discuss whether regeneration is a reasonable option.

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