Periodontal Surgery in Newbury Park
Gum problems rarely announce themselves with dramatic pain. More often, they show up quietly: a little bleeding when you brush, gums that look like they are pulling away from a tooth, or a tooth that suddenly looks longer than it used to. When deeper cleanings alone are not enough to address what is happening below the gumline, periodontal surgery can help. For families in Newbury Park, our team at 805 Dentistry in Thousand Oaks offers this care under the same roof as your routine checkups, so you do not have to piece together treatment across multiple offices.
Periodontal surgery is a group of procedures that treat the gums and the supporting structures around your teeth. Because our practice has a board-certified periodontist on staff, we can offer several types of surgical gum care. These include gum grafting to address recession, periodontal regeneration to help rebuild support around teeth, crown lengthening to expose more tooth structure, gingivectomy, and cosmetic gum contouring. We also offer bone grafting when it fits the treatment plan.
Each of these procedures serves a different purpose. A gum graft might be recommended when gums have receded and left root surfaces exposed. Crown lengthening can help when a tooth needs a crown but there is not enough tooth showing above the gums to support it. Gum contouring reshapes the gumline when uneven gums affect the look of a smile.
Many Newbury Park patients first come to us after noticing changes in their gums or after another dentist mentions concerns. You do not need a referral to see our periodontist. That makes it simpler to get answers when you are worried about receding gums, persistent gum inflammation, or teeth that need more support.
Patients who may benefit from periodontal surgery often fall into a few common situations:
- Gum disease that has not responded fully to scaling and root planing
- Gum recession that has exposed parts of the tooth roots
- A damaged or decayed tooth that needs crown lengthening before restoration
- Uneven or excess gum tissue affecting the appearance of the smile
- Bone or tissue loss in an area where a dental implant may be placed later
How do I know if I need periodontal surgery?
The only way to know for sure is a thorough periodontal evaluation, which our team can provide at our office. During this visit, we examine your gums, measure the spaces around your teeth, and review imaging. Our practice offers 2D and 3D dental imaging, including CBCT imaging, which gives us a detailed view of the bone and structures supporting your teeth.
From there, we walk you through what we see and explain your options. In many cases, nonsurgical care such as scaling and root planing is the first step. Surgery becomes part of the conversation when that approach is not enough or when a specific issue, like recession or a tooth needing crown lengthening, calls for it.
What happens during the procedure, and will I be comfortable?
We plan each procedure around your specific needs and walk you through the steps before your appointment. That way you know exactly what we will be doing and why. Comfort is a priority, and we take it seriously for patients who feel nervous about dental work.
Our office has a board-certified dental anesthesiologist on staff and offers several sedation options, including nitrous oxide, oral sedation, IV sedation, and general anesthesia. If you have dental anxiety, let us know during your consultation. We will discuss which option suits your procedure and health history. Having an on-site dental lab also helps us coordinate any restorative steps that follow surgery, such as crowns after crown lengthening.
What is recovery like after periodontal surgery?
Recovery depends on the procedure you have, and we give you clear, personalized aftercare instructions before you leave. These typically cover how to keep the area clean, what to eat in the first days, and what to watch for as you heal. If questions come up at home, our team is here to help.
Follow-up care matters just as much as the surgery itself. We schedule check-ins to monitor healing. Many patients then move into regular periodontal maintenance visits to help keep their gums healthy over time. If you receive dental implants as part of your plan, we also provide implant maintenance.
How can I pay for periodontal surgery?
We accept all major PPO insurance plans and welcome self-pay patients. Our periodontics care is filed with insurance as specialist treatment. Our team can help you understand how your plan may apply before treatment begins.
For patients who want to spread out costs, financing is available. We are happy to review your options during your consultation so you can make a decision that works for your budget. If you live in Newbury Park and have concerns about your gums, reach out to our Thousand Oaks office to schedule a periodontal evaluation with Dr. Dar Radfar and our team.