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Gum Curettage: Introduction
Gum Curettage is a dental procedure used to treat gum disease by removing infected tissue from the gum pockets surrounding your teeth. This treatment helps reduce inflammation, promotes healing, and supports healthier gums, especially in cases where regular cleanings haven’t been sufficient. At Castlehill Smiles we offer expert gum curettage as part of our periodontal care services, providing a targeted approach to help restore your gum health.
What Is Gum Curettage?
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Gum Curettage involves the removal of diseased soft tissue from the inner lining of gum pockets. By clearing out infected tissue, gum curettage allows the gums to reattach more effectively to the teeth, reducing pocket depth and promoting gum healing. It’s often combined with scaling and root planing for comprehensive periodontal treatment.
Benefits of Gum Curettage
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- Reduces Gum Inflammation: Curettage helps remove infected tissue, reducing inflammation and encouraging gum healing.
- Promotes Reattachment: By removing diseased tissue, gum curettage allows healthier gum tissue to reattach to the teeth, reducing pocket depth.
- Prevents Disease Progression: This treatment can prevent further damage to the gums and bone, supporting long-term oral health.
Who Needs Gum Curettage?
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Gum Curettage is ideal for patients who:
- Have moderate to severe gum disease that hasn’t responded fully to non-surgical treatments
- Experience deep gum pockets that are difficult to clean through regular oral hygiene
- Show signs of persistent inflammation or infection in the gums
Our team at Castlehill Smiles will assess your gum health to determine if gum curettage is the best approach for your periodontal needs.
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