Periodontal Surgery in Moorpark
Gum problems rarely announce themselves loudly. Maybe you notice a little blood when you floss, a tooth that looks longer than it used to, or a dentist mentioning "pockets" at your last cleaning. Left alone, those small signs can affect how comfortably you chew, how your smile looks, and whether you keep your natural teeth. For Moorpark patients facing these concerns, our team at 805 Dentistry offers periodontal surgery with a board-certified periodontist on staff. You can come in without a referral.
Periodontal surgery is a group of procedures that treat the gums and the bone that support your teeth. When gum disease has progressed beyond what a cleaning can manage, or when gum tissue has receded or overgrown, surgery lets us reach the problem directly. Our periodontics team performs gum grafting, periodontal regeneration, crown lengthening, gingivectomy, cosmetic gum contouring, and bone grafting.
These procedures cover a wide range of needs. A patient with receding gums might need a graft to cover exposed root surfaces. Someone who needs a crown on a tooth broken near the gumline may need crown lengthening so the restoration has enough tooth to hold onto. A patient with a "gummy" smile may simply want a more balanced look. Because our periodontist also places and maintains dental implants, we can plan ahead if a tooth eventually needs replacing.
Many people come to us after noticing bleeding, puffy, or tender gums, gum recession, persistent bad breath, or teeth that feel loose. Others are referred by their own dentist, while some Moorpark families are already our patients for general care. Since we accept patients without a referral, you can schedule an evaluation on your own.
Surgery isn't always the first step. For many patients, we begin with scaling and root planing, a deep cleaning below the gumline. If pockets remain deep or tissue and bone loss are more advanced, we'll talk through surgical options. Our goal is to recommend only what your situation actually calls for.
What happens at my first visit?
Your first visit is an evaluation, not surgery. We'll examine your gums, measure the pockets around your teeth, and review your health history and concerns.
When we need a closer look at the bone, we can take 2D and 3D images in our office, including CBCT imaging. A board-certified oral and maxillofacial radiologist is on our staff, which helps us plan carefully. From there, we'll explain what we found, which procedure fits, and what the timeline looks like, so you leave knowing your next step.
Will I be comfortable during the procedure?
Yes, keeping you comfortable is a core part of how we work. Your treatment area is numbed, and for patients who feel anxious or are having more involved surgery, we offer nitrous oxide, oral sedation, IV sedation, and general anesthesia.
A board-certified dental anesthesiologist is part of our team, so sedation is handled by a specialist. On treatment day, here's what you can generally expect:
- A review of your plan and a chance to ask last-minute questions
- Local anesthetic, plus your chosen sedation option if appropriate
- The procedure itself, such as grafting, regeneration, or reshaping tissue
- Clear written and verbal aftercare instructions before you head home
If you choose sedation, plan to have someone drive you home to Moorpark afterward.
How do I care for my gums after surgery?
Aftercare is mostly about protecting the area while it heals. We'll give you specific instructions for your procedure, typically covering what to eat, how to keep the site clean, and which activities to ease off on for a few days.
Follow-up visits let us check how your gums are healing. Long-term, many patients move into periodontal maintenance, a schedule of specialized cleanings designed to keep gum disease under control. Because we're a one-stop shop for the whole family, you can keep your routine cleanings, exams, and periodontal care under one roof, and implant patients can continue with our implant maintenance as well.
How can I pay for periodontal surgery?
We accept all major PPO insurance plans, and our periodontics office files claims as a specialist. Before treatment, we'll go over your plan and estimated costs so nothing catches you off guard.
We also welcome self-pay patients, and financing is available for those who'd like to spread out the cost. Our team is happy to walk Moorpark patients through each option so you can focus on getting your gums healthy. Call 805 Dentistry to schedule your periodontal evaluation.