We are committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based periodontal care tailored to each patient.
Our decisions prioritise patients’ best interests, guided by honesty, transparency, and ethical practice.
Debridement
Periodontal debridement is completed under local anaesthetic to remove heavy calcified calculus that has built up underneath the gum surface. Prior to your debridement sessions, your periodontist will complete a full periodontal chart to assess the pocket depths of each tooth and to indicate areas of concern. Debridement treatment removes the calculus buildup on the root surface on the tooth and aims to reduce the pocket depths surrounding the tooth.
Open Flap Debridement
Once debridement treatment has been completed, your periodontist will complete a review periodontal chart to assess how the tooth pockets have responded. If there has been no improvement or symptoms persist, then your periodontist may recommend an open flap debridement.
Completed under local anaesthetic, your periodontist lifts a small section of gum away from the tooth exposing the problem area and allowing further in-depth cleaning to be completed. After debridement, the flap is seated back into position and with sutures in place the site can begin to heal and respond to treatment.
Maintenance
After treatment has been completed, your periodontist will continue to monitor the treated areas and continue regular maintenance of the dentition every 6-12months. Our team coordinates with your general dentist to ensure you are receiving regular dental monitoring and scaling of the dentition.
Implant Placement
Our periodontal team uses industry leading techniques and materials to expertly place implants for patients who are seeking to replace teeth after they have been lost. Completed under local anaesthetic, your pre-planned implant is placed using premium ITI technology and equipment, ensuring smooth and comfortable placement of your implant.
Extraction
Our periodontal team are experts in removing infected, fractured, loose or broken-down teeth. Our team uses refined extraction techniques and the utmost care to remove the teeth as comfortably as possible.
Sinus lift
Prior to an implant being placed in the upper jaw some patients require a sinus lift or augmentation. This surgical procedure aims to gain more vertical bone before an implant is placed.
Our periodontal team uses the highest quality, TGA approved and certified human cadaver bone or animal bone and membranes for all grafts. All donor material is tested for any blood borne diseases or illnesses and is sterilised before it is delivered to our clinic.
Bone grafting
In some cases, if a patient has insufficient or thin bone, they may require a bone graft to thicken the bone prior to implant placement, to support a fitted implant or once an implant or tooth is removed. Depending on the clinical scenario, the graft can be placed at the time of extraction (if suitable), several months before implant placement or at the time the implant is fitted.
Our periodontal team uses the highest quality, TGA approved and certified human cadaver bone or bovine bone and collagen membranes for all grafts. All donor material is tested for any blood borne diseases or illnesses and is sterilised before it is delivered to our clinic.
Gingival grafting
For patients who have moderate-severe gum recession, we offer gum grafting to cover a large portion of the exposed root or to thicken the preexisting gum to prolong the longevity of the tooth and soft tissue. Using industry leading surgical techniques our periodontal team resect a small section of soft tissue from the roof of your mouth and transplants it to the nominated site; this increases the acceptance rate of the transplanted tissue.
Frenectomy
Often treated early in children and teenagers, frenectomy is the surgical procedure where the fibrous tissue between the lip and gum at the front of the mouth are modified. This surgical procedure aims to improve function, cleaning ability and to allow an orthodontist to close gaps between the teeth.
Resorption Defect
Resorption defects can occur both internally in the tooth or externally in the surrounding tooth structure. Resorption defects are a result of the breakdown of cells in the supportive structures of a tooth causing a cavitation in the root to occur underneath the gum.
External resorption defects can be treated with a sub-gingival restoration and recontouring by a minor surgical approach. Internal resorption defects are commonly assessed and treated with an endodontist if the tooth is viable. If the tooth is not treatable, it may require extraction and assessment for replacement options.
Exposure
Commonly the adult canine teeth erupt at an impacted angle and do not exit through the gum at the correct alignment. This procedure involves surgically accessing and exposing the buried tooth to bond a button and gold chain. This enables the orthodontist to then move the buried tooth through the gum and into the correct alignment.
Benefits of Periodontal and Implant Treatment
There are numerous reasons why people of all ages benefit from Periodontal treatment. This list mentions some of the common benefits many of our patient’s experience.
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We believe our patients should maintain their natural teeth for as long as possible, keeping you smiling for many years to come.
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Implants are a fantastic option for eligible patients who want to improve their biting and chewing function after the loss of teeth.
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Learning and understanding how to care for your gums can improve your brushing or flossing routine, making the day-to-day maintenance easier!
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Improving your gum health is key to maintaining your natural teeth, our treatments and hygiene presentations aim to teach you how to maintain happy and health gums at home.
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Improvements and diligence in maintaining your gums and oral hygiene can boost your confidence, so you can keep showing off those pearly whites!