Orthodontic surgery is a specialized branch of dentistry that focuses on correcting bite irregularities, misaligned teeth, and jaw abnormalities. At Buxmont Periodontics, we offer advanced orthodontic surgical procedures in Dublin, PA, to help you achieve optimal dental function, aesthetics, and overall oral health.
It may be necessary in cases where traditional orthodontic treatments, such as braces or clear aligners, are insufficient to address complex dental and skeletal issues. Surgical orthodontics can correct conditions such as severe malocclusions, jaw discrepancies, and facial asymmetry, enhancing both the functionality and appearance of your smile.
At times, either during or after orthodontic treatment in Dublin, PA, there can be an abundance of gingival tissue that overgrows onto the crowns of our teeth. This excess tissue can be removed via a procedure called a gingivectomy. This procedure can be done via traditional methods or with a laser on a case-by-case basis.
Maintaining adequate tissue levels and thickness is key to achieving successful orthodontic treatment outcomes.
If your orthodontist has concerns about your tissue levels at any time during treatment, a soft tissue graft may be necessary to ensure that your teeth remain healthy in their new position. We offer various options for gingival grafting in Dublin, PA, including the use of your own tissue or donor tissue to augment your gingiva.
Our anatomy is often a key factor in achieving proper treatment outcomes. One key piece of anatomy that can play a role is a structure called a frenum. A frenum is a muscular attachment that can attach from either the lips, tongue, or cheeks to the gingival tissue supporting the teeth.
If this structure is connected to high or low, it can pull on our gingiva and bone, creating problems. At Buxmont Periodontics in Dublin, PA, we can perform a procedure called a frenectomy to release this attachment, allowing it to heal in a position that does not impinge on any key periodontal structures.
A significant concern for many patients is the duration of orthodontic treatment. Dr. Joseph Mustazza collaborates with several orthodontists in Dublin, PA, to achieve treatment outcomes in a significantly reduced amount of time, utilizing periodontal surgical techniques.
Our techniques involve performing both soft tissue and hard tissue grafting procedures, utilizing your own stem cells to enable your teeth to move more quickly and securely. Ask your orthodontist if they feel that you may be a candidate for this type of procedure.
Sometimes our teeth need a little help to erupt into the mouth. We can work with your orthodontist to expose any impacted teeth and guide them into your smile during your orthodontic treatment.
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