Flap Surgery

Flap surgery is a surgical procedure to repair tissue damage that can have many causes. Surgery involves transferring healthy tissue from one part of the body to another. The flap is tissue that is still connected to the blood supply. The surgeon moves tissue into an area that may have lost skin, fat, muscle, bone, etc. at the time of procedure. A flap surgery can also be used for reconstruction, such as breast reconstruction, or to correct a defect caused by injury or surgery.

The different types of flap surgeries depend on the location and structure of the flap as well as the area to be treated.

Who are the best candidates for flap surgery?

The following patients may benefit from a flap surgery:

1. They suffer from tissue loss
2. Traumatic injury
3. Has undergone a mastectomy
4. Cancer patient
5. Skin damage due to burns
6. Skin cancer

Flap surgery aims to eliminate or reduce the size of the pockets that form between the teeth and gums after periodontal disease. In this way, it helps control the progression of gum disease, reduces inflammation and improves oral health.

It is important to remember that while flap surgery is an effective treatment for advanced gum disease, good oral hygiene practices and regular dental exams are key to preventing periodontal problems from recurring. After treatment, your dentist may recommend additional follow-up visits to monitor healing and provide further oral hygiene advice.