Pocket Reduction Surgery

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Pocket Reduction Surgery in Lynnwood, WA
The overarching goal of periodontal therapy is to retain teeth. In some cases, conventional treatments such as improved oral hygiene, scaling and root planing and periodontal maintenance are insufficient to improve periodontal pockets. If bacterial plaque and inflammation are too far under the gumline to be accessed by deep cleaning and homecare, periodontal surgery is recommended.

Dr. Brancheau will perform an examination and review your radiographs and periodontal charting with you. We aim to be as conservative as possible, and will only recommend surgery if it appears to be the best option. We will review the procedure as well as risks and benefits every time. A surgical procedure takes about 45 minutes to one hour, and is performed under local anesthesia. The best way to think about it is as a surgical deep cleaning and for many patients it feels no different than that. After you are numb and comfortable, Dr. Brancheau will gently access and clean the teeth, roots and reshape the gums and bone in the area that was affected by disease. Sutures are placed and you will be seen for a 2 week post-op appointment to make sure everything is healing well. We will then review your future oral hygiene instructions, maintenance program and schedule a 3 to 6 month check up.


Benefits of Pocket Reduction Surgery

  • Aids in improving pockets that did not respond to deep cleaning

  • Allows for better oral hygiene at home and by hygienist

  • Improves long-term retention of teeth


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I met Dr. Brancheau through my regular dentist who referred me. I had a bridge break and another tooth split. I was very hesitant to get implants because of how invasive I thought they were. Day of the surgery he was very careful to make sure I felt nothing and was comfortable for both the extraction and implant. Recovery was amazing! I had almost no swelling, no pain... the horror stories you may hear are only because they saw the wrong professional! A+++

Chris B.

Doctor Brancheau is taking care of my second round of tooth implants. Thus I have comparison experience. I appreciate his easy touch, the fact that he communicates every step of the procedure as we go along, and that his practice doesn't try to railroad patients into up-charges. His approach to implants is such that it minimizes patient discomfort and time of process. It's my impression that he can be trusted to recommend the exact dental care needed, that it will be correct and no more involved than necessary.

Gary S.

Dr. Brancheau showed excellent rapport working with me in developing a treatment plan, completing a bone graft, tooth extraction, and root planing. He showed incredible technique in his work and sincerely addressed my questions and concerns. Significantly improved my dental and overall health.

Anna W.

Dr. Brancheau explained my medical condition very well. He did an implant for me and I was very happy after the procedure. I really trust his decisions...honest and hard working.

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Thank you to Dr. Brancheau again for making the process easier.

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