Periodontal Surgery essentials Flashcards
1
Q
Periodontitis - pockets 5mm+ failed respond to NSM
A
Open flap surgery
2
Q
Where localised infra-bony defects exist
A
Guided tissue regeneration
3
Q
Gingival overgrowth - initial NSM and liase with GP re: meds
A
Gingivectomy
4
Q
Recession - address underlying aetiology first
A
Soft tissue graft
5
Q
Prior to restorative procedure to enable access to tissue that was subgingival
A
Crown lengthening