Advanced Periodontal Procedures Naperville
Advanced gum treatments can address recession, excess gum display, periodontal pockets, and selected smile-esthetic concerns.
Advanced Treatment for Gum Health and Smile Balance
Healthy gum tissue supports the teeth and frames the smile. When gum tissue is deficient, excessive, or affected by periodontal disease, treatment may improve both health and appearance. At Gantos Dental Group in Naperville, advanced periodontal procedures are selected according to the type of tissue problem and your treatment goals.
Options include soft tissue grafting for exposed roots and recession, permanent gum lifts to reduce excess gum display, lip repositioning for selected gummy-smile cases, and pocket reduction therapy to address deeper periodontal pockets.
When Might Advanced Gum Treatment Help?
Periodontal procedures may be considered for:
- Gum recession
- Exposed tooth roots
- Tooth sensitivity related to recession
- Uneven gum levels
- Excess gum display
- A gummy smile
- Deep periodontal pockets
- Areas that are difficult to keep clean
- Periodontal defects requiring surgical access
42%
of adults age 30 and older are affected by periodontitis, a form of gum disease.
8%
of adults have severe periodontitis, according to CDC estimates.
48.4%
pooled prevalence of gingival recession of at least 3 mm in a recent systematic review.
Advanced periodontal care focuses on the foundation of the smile—healthy, stable tissues that also frame the teeth naturally.
Soft Tissue Grafting
Permanent Gum Lifts
Lip Repositioning
Pocket Reduction Therapy
What’s Typically Included in a Periodontal Procedure Evaluation
Gum & Bone Assessment
We evaluate recession, periodontal pockets, tissue levels, tooth support, and smile proportions.
Diagnostic Records
Measurements, photographs, x-rays, or scans may be used to plan treatment.
Procedure Selection
We explain whether grafting, gum reshaping, pocket reduction, or another approach fits the problem.
Healing & Maintenance Plan
Post-treatment care and long-term periodontal maintenance are reviewed before treatment.
Advanced Periodontal Procedures FAQs
Soft tissue grafting adds gum tissue to selected areas, often to address recession, exposed roots, or tissue deficiency.
A gum lift reshapes or repositions gum tissue to expose more tooth structure and reduce excessive gum display.
Lip repositioning is a procedure used in selected cases to limit upward movement of the upper lip and reduce visible gum display.
Pocket reduction therapy is periodontal surgery designed to reduce deep spaces around teeth and improve access for cleaning and disease control.
Lost gum tissue does not predictably regenerate on its own. Treatment depends on the cause, severity, and anatomy of the area.
No. Some procedures are primarily intended to improve periodontal health and maintainability, while others may also improve smile appearance.
Often yes. Ongoing professional maintenance and effective home care remain important after periodontal treatment.
A periodontal evaluation is necessary because recession, excess tissue, pockets, and gummy-smile concerns can have different causes.
Insurance & Billing
Our friendly team will help you complete insurance paperwork in advance for a better, faster, experience. We make it easy.
Why Choose Our Practice
Personal Care
We take time to understand your needs and create a comfortable, respectful experience. Every visit is personalized with empathy, caring attention, and your comfort in mind.
Advanced Technology
Our modern facility uses advanced technology and digital workflows to provide accurate, efficient, and comfortable care while supporting strong standards of safety and quality.
Complete Dentistry
From family and cosmetic dentistry to implants, clear aligners, and sedation, our team provides complete care so you can meet more of your dental needs in one trusted practice.
We strive to...
Empower our patients with possibilities
Treat our patients and their family like our own
Go above and beyond to accommodate busy schedules
Let our patients know what to expect during treatment