Periodontal flap surgery is the treatment for the repair of periodontal pockets. "Pocketing" is the end result of inflammation and infection that causes the loss of tissue attachment to the teeth. The inflammation results in sensitivity, bleeding and pain.

This approach allows:

• Removal of inner diseased tissue lining the pockets. (This tissue is ulcerated, resulting in open sores within the gum tissues, which are chronically inflamed.)
• Access to treat and clean root surfaces completely.
• Regeneration of lost bone and periodontal ligament.
• Intimate closure of the healthy tissues leaving no open wounds for rapid and comfortable healing.