Top Periodontist in Chula Vista CA
Specialist osseous surgery in Chula Vista to treat deep gum disease and restore your health.
Osseous surgery is a specialized periodontal procedure designed to reduce the “pockets” that form between your teeth and gums. In a healthy mouth, these pockets are typically 1–3mm deep. However, advanced periodontal disease can create pockets of 6mm or more—spaces so deep that no toothbrush, floss, or even a standard deep cleaning can keep them clean.
The goal of osseous surgery is to “reset” the foundation by cleaning the roots and smoothing the bone, allowing the gum tissue to reattach firmly and eliminate the hiding places for bacteria.
We understand that the word “surgery” can be intimidating. That’s why we offer IV sedation options to ensure you are completely relaxed and comfortable throughout the process.
Preparation: The area is thoroughly numbed. For anxious patients, sedation is administered.
Accessing the Infection: Dr. Nguyen gently creates a “flap” in the gum tissue to gain direct access to the tooth roots and the surrounding jawbone.
Deep Decontamination: Using specialized instruments, we remove the hardened tartar and infected tissue that has been trapped for years.
Reshaping the Bone: Gum disease often leaves the jawbone with pits and craters where bacteria thrive. We smooth these irregularities so the gums can heal in a flat, healthy position.
Secure Closure: The gum tissue is repositioned and secured with tiny sutures that help the area heal predictably.
When bacteria attack your jawbone, they don’t do it evenly. They leave behind a “bumpy” bone surface. If we simply cleaned the teeth and sewed the gums back over bumpy bone, new pockets would form almost immediately.
By smoothing the bone, we create a clean, even surface that allows the gums to wrap tightly around the tooth. This is often combined with Holistic PRF Therapy, where we use your own growth factors to encourage the bone to heal and strengthen after the procedure.
In San Diego, patients often ask if they should choose traditional osseous surgery or LANAP® Laser Surgery.
Osseous Surgery is often the best choice for patients with severe bone irregularities or those who need crown lengthening to prepare a tooth for a new crown.
LANAP® is a minimally invasive alternative that uses lasers instead of scalpels and is ideal for regenerating bone without the need for traditional sutures.
During your consultation, Dr. Nguyen will use 3D digital imaging to determine which path offers the highest success rate for your specific anatomy.
Most patients are pleasantly surprised by the recovery. While you may have some mild tenderness and “longer-looking” teeth as the swelling goes down, the infection is finally gone.
The First 48 Hours: Stick to soft foods and follow our post-op instructions.
The Long-Term Goal: Once healed, your pockets will be shallow enough to maintain with regular periodontal maintenance cleanings.
Because osseous surgery is a treatment for a chronic infection, most PPO dental insurance plans cover a significant portion of the cost. We also provide flexible financing through CareCredit to make saving your teeth as affordable as possible.
If you have been told you have deep pockets or “hopeless” teeth, don’t wait for them to fall out. Osseous surgery is a proven way to stop the clock on gum disease and save your natural smile.
Schedule Your Specialist Consultation Today or call Chula Vista Periodontics at (619) 425-9770.
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