Periodontal Regeneration Braintree Duxbury Hingham Norwood

Helping You Restore Health to Your Gums and Smile    

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Gum disease can have devastating consequences for your oral health. When gum disease progresses, it can damage the bone and supporting tissues that hold your teeth in place. Periodontal regeneration is an advanced treatment that rebuilds these lost structures – protecting your smile and giving your mouth a healthier future. Continue reading below to learn more or request an appointment with one of our four offices, which are conveniently located in Braintree, Duxbury, Hingham, and Norwood.

Why Choose the Lightfoot Center for Laser Periodontics for Periodontal Regeneration?

  • Four Conveniently Located Offices
  • Highly Skilled In-Office Periodontal Specialists
  • World-Class Service from a Local Team

What Is Periodontal Regeneration?

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Periodontal regeneration is a specialized surgical treatment designed to rebuild the tissues damaged by gum disease. Unlike traditional periodontal therapies that focus on halting the progression of disease, regenerative procedures aim to restore what has been lost and encourage the natural regrowth of gum and bone support; helping to stabilize the teeth and reduce the risk of future infection.

The Periodontal Regeneration Process

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Regenerative procedures combine surgical precision with biologic materials that stimulate the body’s natural healing abilities. The process may typically look like:

  1. Thorough Cleaning of the Area: The first step is to carefully remove bacteria and plaque from the pockets between your teeth and gums.  This creates a clean foundation for healing and helps prevent further infection.
  2.  Placement of Regenerative Material: Depending on your needs, your periodontist may use techniques such as bone grafts, guided tissue regeneration (GTR,) or biologic agents to support your body’s natural tissue and bone regrowth.
  3. Securing the Site for Healing: The area is gently closed to protect it while the regenerative process begins. Your body then works to rebuild the tissues that support your teeth.
  4. Follow-Up Care and Maintenance: Successful healing requires proper home care and ongoing periodontal maintenance with our team.  This helps ensure long-term stability and reduces the risk of future gum disease.

Benefits of Periodontal Regeneration

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Periodontal regeneration has the potential to benefit you in several ways:

  1. Preserves your natural teeth: Regeneration strengthens the supporting bone, reducing the risk of tooth loss.
  2. Restores function: Healthier bone and tissue improve your ability to chew and maintain stable teeth.
  3. Enhances aesthetics: By rebuilding lost gum and bone tissue, regeneration can improve the natural contour of your smile.
  4. Long-term stability: Rebuilding the foundation helps maintain overall oral health and supports future restorative treatments if needed.

Ready to Restore Your Gum Health?

If you are curious if periodontal regeneration is right for you or have questions about your treatment options, we’re here to help! Schedule a consultation today to learn more about preserving your smile with our expert team at Lightfoot Periodontics.