Category: Procedure | Difficulty: Intermediate | Priority: Nice-to-know
Surgical reflection of gingival tissue to allow access for root debridement, bone recontouring, and periodontal defect management.
Lifting the gums back so the dentist can clean roots and bone and then reposition the tissue.
[[open flap debridement; periodontal surgery]]
Explain as more advanced gum surgery following deep cleaning
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