Aesthetic Dental & Implant Center of Central Park South
New York, NY
212-702-8675
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      • Alan F. Berdan, DMD
      • John Quinn, DDS
      • Jessica Robinson, DMD
      • Bill W.S. Kim, DMD, MS
      • Melissa Concepcion, DMD
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Periodontal Services

  • Treatment Methods
  • Prophylaxis (Teeth Cleaning)
  • Scaling and Root Planing
  • Laser Therapy
    • Piezosurgery
    • Gum Disease Laser Therapy
  • Dental Implant Options
  • Cosmetic Periodontal Surgery
  • Bone Grafting Procedures
    • Overview
    • Jawbone Health
    • Jawbone Loss and Deterioration
    • About Bone Grafting
    • Ridge Augmentation
    • Sinus Augmentation
    • Nerve Repositioning
    • Socket Preservation
  • Soft Tissue (Gum) Grafting
  • Reduction Surgery
    • Osseous Surgery
    • Gingivectomy
    • Frenectomy
  • Crown Lengthening
  • Guided Bone and Tissue Regeneration
  • Oral Cancer Exam
  • Tooth Extractions
  • Socket Preservation
  • Bruxism (Teeth Grinding) Treatments
    • Sleep Apnea
  • Bite Adjustment

Osseous Surgery

Osseous surgery, sometimes referred to as pocket reduction surgery or gingivectomy, refers to a number of different surgeries aimed at gaining access to the tooth roots to remove tartar and disease-causing bacteria.

Goals of Osseous Surgery

Osseous surgery is used to reshape deformities and remove pockets in the alveolar bone surrounding the teeth. It is a common necessity in effective treatment of more advanced periodontal diseases. The ultimate goal of osseous surgery is to reduce or eliminate the periodontal pockets that cause periodontal disease. Despite the word surgery the procedure is reported to feel more like a thorough cleaning. The specific goals of surgery include:

  • Reducing Bacterial Spread:
    Bacteria from the mouth can spread throughout the body and cause other life-threatening conditions such as heart disease and respiratory disease. Removing deep tartar and thereby bacteria can help reduce the risk of bacteria spreading.
  • Preventing Bone Loss:
    The immune systems inflammatory response prompted by periodontal bacteria can lead to bone loss in the jaw region, and cause teeth to fall out. Osseous surgery seeks to stop periodontal disease before it progresses to this level.
  • Enhancing the Smile:
    Mouths plagued with periodontal disease are often unsightly. Brown gums, rotting teeth, and ridge indentations can leave a person feeling depressed and too self-conscious to smile. Fortunately, osseous surgery can help reduce bacteria and disease and thereby restore your mouth to its former radiance, while restoring confidence at the same time.
  • Facilitating Home Care:
    As the gum pocket deepens, it can become nearly impossible to brush and floss adequately. Osseous surgery reduces pocket size, making it easier to brush and floss, and thereby prevent further periodontal disease.

What does the procedure entail?

A local anesthetic will be used to numb the area prior to surgery. First, Dr. Berdan, Dr. Robinson, Dr. Concepcion, Dr. Kim or Dr. Quinn will cut around each tooth of the affected area to release the gum tissue from the bone. This allows access to the bone and roots of the teeth. After the roots have been thoroughly cleaned through scaling, a drill and hand tools will be used to reshape the bone around the teeth. Bone is removed in some areas to restore the normal rise and fall of the bone, but at a lower level. Bone grafting may also be necessary to fill in large defects.

Next, the gums will be placed back over the remaining bone and suture them in place. The site will also be covered with a bandage (periodontal pack) or dressing. Pain medicine and mouth rinses containing chlorhexidine are generally prescribed following the surgery.

Do not be alarmed if bleeding and swelling occur after the surgery. This can be controlled easily by placing an ice pack on the outside of the affected area. In cases where the bleeding and swelling is in excess, it is advised that you call to notify our office. Several follow up visits may be necessary and you must fulfill a meticulous maintenance program especially during the initial phases of healing to avoid post-operative infection.

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Aesthetic Dental & Implant Center of Central Park South • Address: 30 Central Park South, Suite 11C New York NY 10019 • Phone: New York Office Phone Number 212-702-8675 • Fax: 212-702-8676

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