Our Services
Treat Gum Pockets, Protect Your Smile
Deep gum pockets trap bacteria that brushing can’t reach. Pocket elimination surgery cleans them out and reduces their depth, so your gums can heal and stay easier to keep clean at home.
Pocket Elimination Surgery
Target Gum Disease at Its Source
Gum disease can quietly damage the bone that holds your teeth in place. Pocket elimination surgery gently lifts the gum to clean deep pockets, then repositions the gums so the pockets are shallower and easier to keep clean. From planning to healing, everything happens right here with our periodontist.
Our Process
Clear, predictable steps from exam to long-term care.
Step 01
Examination & Planning
We measure your gum pockets and take X-rays to assess bone support and determine the best treatment approach.
Step 02
Comfortable Preparation
Our periodontist gently numbs the treatment area so you stay comfortable throughout the procedure.
Step 03
Accessing & Cleaning
Our periodontist carefully lifts the gum tissue to remove plaque, tartar, and infected tissue from the tooth roots and surrounding areas.
Step 04
Treating & Closing
If needed, we smooth the bone or add graft material, then reposition the gums and close them with small stitches.
Step 05
Healing & Long-Term Care
We guide you through aftercare and follow-up visits to monitor healing and help maintain healthier gums over time.
Why Choose Us
Why Patients Choose Us for Pocket Elimination Surgery
Gum disease is often painless in the early stages, so a careful exam matters. We measure, explain, and treat it with a periodontist’s experience behind every step.
Treatment by our board-certified periodontist
Specialty training in periodontics and implants at Tufts
Digital X-rays and exact pocket measurements
A clear plan explained before we begin
Insurance
We Accept Most Major PPO Plans
We accept these plans and many others. We'll verify your coverage before treatment begins.
- Delta Dental
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Principal
Out-of-network? We'll still work with your plan. Call us and we'll verify your coverage.
Financing
Sunbit & CareCredit Financing
Don't let cost delay the care you need. Sunbit and CareCredit offer flexible monthly payment plans, and we'll walk you through your options.
- Flexible monthly payment options
- A quick, simple application
- No hard credit pull with Sunbit
- Other third-party financing also available
Don't Take Our Word for It
What our neighbors say about their visits.
When I found out I needed a few crowns, I was worried about the cost. They walked me through Sunbit financing and made the whole thing manageable. Thorough, professional, and genuinely kind.
Linda T.
Wonderful experience! The dentist was excellent, and the entire staff was friendly, professional, and welcoming. I highly recommend this office to anyone looking for a great dentist
Meghan M.
I had a dental emergency on a Monday morning, a cracked tooth and a lot of pain. The office got me in same-day and took care of everything. I can't say enough about how much I appreciate the emergency availability.
Robert D.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question? Here are the things patients ask us most about pocket elimination surgery. If you don’t see your answer, just give us a call.
It’s usually considered when deep pockets remain after a non-surgical cleaning, or when they’re too deep to clean well without lifting the gum. X-rays and pocket measurements confirm it.
Ready for Your Healthiest Smile Yet?
Book a consultation to talk through your options. Many consultations are free, so there's no pressure to decide on the spot.
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