Periodontics
Contact UsDental curettage
Curettage, also known as root planing, is a procedure that involves removing tartar buildup between your teeth and gums. It's performed under local anaesthetic. More than one session may be required, depending on the severity of the situation.
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Gum grafts
Gum grafts are recommended when a patient has one or more loose teeth. The procedure is used to add gum tissue where gum coverage is insufficient. This prevents further loosening.
Crown lengthening
Sometimes a dentist wants to install a crown on a tooth, but the original structure is so badly fractured or decayed that it can't support a crown. When this is the case, the dentist may recommend crown lengthening. This involves reshaping the gum and bone around the affected teeth until sufficient tooth structure is revealed.
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