General Dentistry
At Empower Dental in Upland, we offer expert care for advanced gum disease using modern surgical techniques designed to restore your oral health. If you’ve been diagnosed with severe periodontal disease or have deep gum pockets, our surgical periodontal treatments can stop disease progression, preserve your teeth, and protect your overall health.
If you’re experiencing gum disease symptoms or have been told you need periodontal surgery, trust Empower Dental in Upland for expert, compassionate care. Call us today at (909) 787-1581 to schedule your consultation and take the first step toward a healthier smile.
Surgical periodontal treatments are procedures that target advanced stages of gum disease. When non-surgical options like scaling and root planing are no longer effective, these surgeries allow us to remove deep bacteria, smooth damaged bone, and reshape the gum line for improved healing.
Gently lifts the gum tissue to clean out infection and reduce the depth of periodontal pockets.
Removes tartar from deep pockets and reshapes damaged bone around the teeth.
Removes excess gum tissue and bacteria to reduce inflammation and make it easier to clean around the teeth.
At Empower Dental, we perform three primary types of surgical periodontal treatment:
You may benefit from these procedures if you have:
Treating periodontal disease early with the appropriate procedure can prevent tooth loss and reduce your risk of systemic health issues like heart disease and diabetes.
Empower Dental combines surgical expertise with advanced dental technology for more comfortable, precise treatment:
help map the bone and soft tissue structure for detailed planning.
provides high-resolution, 3D images for surgical precision.
can be used in select cases to remove diseased tissue with less discomfort.
are used to remove buildup and bacteria gently during and after surgery.
helps assess bite imbalances that can contribute to gum disease recurrence.
Surgical procedures are performed under local anesthesia, with optional sedation available to help you feel completely relaxed. The steps generally include:
Recovery time varies but is typically just a few days with proper care.
You may be a candidate for surgical periodontal treatment if:
We’ll perform a full periodontal evaluation and create a treatment plan tailored to your needs.
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Most patients experience mild soreness for a few days. We provide pain relief instructions and medications if needed.
Healing usually takes about 7–10 days. We’ll provide detailed post-op instructions and follow up to ensure you’re healing properly.
Yes, if not properly maintained. That’s why regular checkups and daily oral hygiene are critical to long-term success.
We perform a full periodontal evaluation using digital probes and imaging. If your pocket depth is over 5mm and unresponsive to other treatments, surgery may be needed.
These are spaces between your teeth and gums that become infected when plaque and bacteria build up. If untreated, they deepen and lead to bone loss.
They’re similar—osseous surgery is a type of flap surgery where we also reshape the bone to reduce pocket depth.
Many dental insurance plans cover periodontal surgery. Our team will help verify your coverage and estimate your out-of-pocket cost.
In some cases, laser therapy may be an alternative. We’ll evaluate your condition and recommend the best approach.
Untreated periodontal disease can lead to tooth loss, jawbone deterioration, and systemic health issues.
Brush twice daily, floss, attend regular cleanings, and consider Perio Maintenance visits if you have a history of gum disease.
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