Areas of expertise
Periodontal surgery
Periodontology deals with the health of the tissues that surround and support the teeth — the gums and the jawbone.
In advanced gum disease the aim is to control the infection and preserve the supporting tissues. Gum recession can be treated with periodontal plastic surgery to cover exposed roots; crown lengthening is performed for restorative or aesthetic reasons.
In suitable cases, regenerative and grafting procedures are planned to regain lost supporting tissue.
- Treatment of gum disease
- Plastic surgery for gum recession
- Crown lengthening and regeneration
This page is for general information. The right treatment for you is decided after examination and imaging.
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