If you have periodontitis, the pockets around your teeth may be so deep that they cannot be reached effectively during a regular dental cleaning. This can result in plaque and tartar remaining, perpetuating the inflammation. In such cases, flap surgery may be necessary. During this procedure, the gum tissue is temporarily lifted to allow the pockets to be thoroughly cleaned.
It is also known as gum surgery. In cases of severe gum inflammation, the affected tissue can be difficult to access, which allows plaque to accumulate. In such cases, the dentist must make an incision in the gum tissue and lift it aside. The inflamed tissue is then removed and your teeth are cleaned to ensure all tartar and plaque is eliminated. Once the inflammation has cleared and your teeth are clean, our periodontist sutures your gum back into place and secures it with a dressing.
After the procedure, you should rinse with mouthwash and take care when brushing your teeth. However, it is important that you continue to brush your teeth to prevent new plaque and tartar from causing inflammation of the gums. Please come in for at least two follow-up visits so that we can remove any stubborn tartar professionally and promptly.
If you are under 18, this surgery is covered by your basic health insurance plan. If you are over 18, however, this surgery is no longer covered. In this case, you will have to pay for it yourself, unless you have additional dental insurance. The cost of flap surgery varies from year to year. Therefore, please check our price list for the current costs.
Flap surgery can often be avoided by treating gum inflammation early on. By practising proper oral hygiene, you can keep your gums healthy and significantly reduce your risk of developing periodontitis. Here are a few tips:
Your dental hygienist plays an important role in preventing and treating gum inflammation. Professional dental cleanings will keep your teeth and gums in optimal condition.
We recommend visiting us at least twice a year for these. This helps us to keep your teeth healthy and allows us to treat any problems early on. Want to keep your radiant smile? Then schedule an appointment or register as a new patient.
Our practice is centrally located in Amsterdam West and is therefore easily accessible.
If you’re travelling by car, parking is available at Parking Bos en Lommerplantsoen or in the Mobypark – Zahia’s car park, both of which are within walking distance of the practice.
If you are arriving by bicycle, there is space available in front of the entrance to park it.
The Erasmusgracht and Bos en Lommerplein stops are just a few minutes’ walk away and offer multiple connections.
Our Lutmastraat practice in Amsterdam-Zuid is easily accessible by car, bike or public transport.
If you’re travelling by car, you’ll find parking on the street right near the practice entrance.
Bicycle: You can easily park your bicycle in the racks across the street.
Both the De Pijp metro stop and the Cornelis Troostplein tram stop are a short walk away.
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