Gum Disease Treatment & Gum Surgery
From gentle gum therapy to flap surgery, treatment that stops gum disease before it costs you a tooth.
What Is Gum Disease Treatment & Gum Surgery?
Gum disease progresses from mild inflammation (gingivitis) to more serious periodontal disease that can loosen and eventually cost you teeth — but it’s highly treatable when caught and managed properly. Treatment ranges from deep cleaning to surgical procedures like flap surgery, gingivectomy or crown lengthening for more advanced cases.
Dr. Vishal Singh, our periodontist, assesses gum health with pocket-depth measurements and tailors treatment to the stage of disease present.
- Stops gum disease before it costs you a tooth
- Reduces bleeding, swelling and bad breath
- Surgical options address disease that’s already progressed
- Protects the bone structure supporting your teeth
- Can improve the aesthetics of an uneven gumline
Signs You May Need Gum Surgery
- Gums that bleed regularly when brushing
- Visible gum recession or lengthening of teeth
- Persistent bad breath despite good oral hygiene
- Loose or shifting teeth in adulthood
Not sure if this applies to you? A short consultation will confirm — there’s no obligation to proceed.
What Happens, Step by Step
Periodontal Assessment
Gum pocket depths are measured around each tooth to establish the stage of disease.
Non-Surgical Therapy
Deep scaling and root planing address early to moderate gum disease in most cases.
Surgical Treatment (if needed)
Flap surgery, gingivectomy or gingivoplasty address pockets that don't resolve non-surgically.
Site-Specific Procedures
Frenectomy, operculectomy or crown lengthening address specific structural issues as needed.
Maintenance Plan
A tailored recall schedule (often every 3–4 months) keeps the disease from returning.
Common Questions About Gum Surgery
Early-stage gingivitis is fully reversible with professional cleaning and improved home care. More advanced periodontal disease can be controlled and stabilised, though some bone loss may not be fully reversed.
A procedure where the gum tissue is gently lifted to allow deep cleaning of the tooth root and bone, then repositioned and sutured — used for pockets too deep for non-surgical cleaning to reach.
Common causes include gum disease, aggressive brushing, teeth grinding, or genetic gum thickness — the specific cause is identified at your assessment.
It's performed under local anaesthesia, with manageable soreness for a few days afterward, similar to other minor oral surgery.
Your smile deserves expert care. Book your appointment today
Same-week appointments available at our Kankurgachi clinic. Speak to our care team by phone, WhatsApp, or the form below.