We carry out flap surgery for various reasons. For example, by means of flap surgery we can more easily remove a tooth or molar, place an implant more easily, remove tartar better or cover an exposed tooth neck. At the end of the procedure, we suture the gum tightly around the teeth and molars again. When we consider flap surgery necessary, we will always discuss this with you first. When you are a patient at Maliekwartier Tandartsen, you always enjoy the following advantages:<\/p>\n
Flap surgery is a special operation in which we make an incision in the gum, after which we lift the flap. In this way, it is easier to carry out certain procedures.<\/p>\n
We are talking here about an operation that we do not carry out just like that. Only in special cases can the dentist decide to proceed with flap surgery. Do you suffer from periodontitis, for example? This is a severe inflammation of your gums<\/a>, which can result in major problems in your mouth. Periodontitis is generally not easy to treat, as the inflammation is deep in the gum.<\/p>\n With a special operation, in which we lift the gum, it is possible to thoroughly counteract the inflammation. But flap surgery is also a good choice when placing implants<\/a>.<\/p>\n With this operation, we start by anaesthetising the area to be treated. Then we make a small incision in your gum. We then lift the gum slightly, which exposes the jawbone and the tooth root. This gives us more room to carry out the necessary work. In general, the procedure takes an hour, depending on what exactly needs to be done. After the operation, we carefully suture the gum, so that no further complaints can arise from it.<\/p>\n Since we administer an anaesthetic during this operation, you do not have to worry about pain during the procedure. After the operation, it is possible that you experience some pain. As a rule, this never lasts long and you will be completely pain-free again after a few days. If you do experience a lot of pain, please contact our practice.<\/p>\n If you are a patient with us and a check-up reveals that flap surgery is needed, we will always discuss this with you. We prepare you well by explaining why the operation is needed and how it works. With us, you can count on flap surgery that we carry out with great care.<\/p>\n At Maliekwartier Tandartsen, flap surgery is carried out by our experienced dentists. They first assess together with you whether flap surgery is the right treatment for your gum complaints, for example with periodontitis or in preparation for placing an implant. Before the procedure, we always discuss why the operation is needed and how it proceeds, so that you know exactly what to expect. During the operation, the dentist works precisely and with the necessary calm, so that the procedure is as comfortable as possible. Do you have questions about this? Please feel free to contact us.<\/p>\n During the flap surgery itself, you do not feel any pain, because we anaesthetise the area to be treated locally beforehand. After the procedure, the gum can feel somewhat sensitive or slightly swollen for a few days. This can usually be relieved well with ordinary painkillers and, as a rule, disappears on its own after a few days. Everyone experiences this differently, and the degree of after-pain also depends on the extent of the procedure. If you have pain, swelling or fever for an unexpectedly long time, please contact our practice so that we can look into it.<\/p>\n Recovery after flap surgery takes place in two phases. In the first few days, your gum is sensitive or slightly swollen, which can be relieved well with the usual painkillers. After about one to two weeks, we remove the sutures and the wound has usually largely healed. Full recovery of the gum, where it closes tightly around the teeth and molars again, can take a few weeks longer. During your follow-up check, we assess how the healing is progressing and give you advice on the further care of your gums.<\/p>\n Flap surgery is a surgical procedure, and as with any operation there are points of attention. After the treatment, temporary after-pain, swelling or sensitivity can occur. The gum can also recede slightly after healing, which makes the tooth necks somewhat more visible. This can make the teeth more sensitive to hot, cold or sweet. We always weigh these points of attention against the importance of healthy gums and discuss this with you in detail beforehand, so that you can make a well-considered choice. If in doubt, we are happy to discuss possible alternatives with you.<\/p>\n Yes, that is possible. After flap surgery, the gum often closes somewhat more tightly around the teeth and molars than before, which can make the tooth necks somewhat more visible. As a result, your teeth sometimes look a little longer than you were used to. This is a normal consequence of the healing process and not a sign that something has gone wrong. The exposed tooth necks can be sensitive to hot, cold or sweet for the first while. Our dentist gives you practical advice about this after the treatment, for example with a toothpaste for sensitive teeth.<\/p>\n The cost of flap surgery depends on the extent of the procedure. For 2026, the following NZa maximum rates apply: flap surgery between two elements costs \u20ac246.56, per sextant (a sixth of the set of teeth) this is \u20ac379.32, and extensive flap surgery per sextant costs \u20ac455.19. These rates apply to the operation itself, excluding any aftercare treatments that are charged separately. After assessing your gums, you always receive a cost estimate from us, and on our rates page<\/a> you can find the full overview.<\/p>\n Flap surgery is in most cases not covered by the basic health insurance. With supplementary dental insurance, you are often eligible for a partial or full reimbursement, depending on your policy and the cover for periodontal care. We advise you to check this in advance with your health insurer, so that you are not faced with surprises. After the consultation, you receive a clear cost estimate from us, which you can easily present to your insurer.<\/p>\n In many cases, yes. Flap surgery is usually the result of advanced periodontitis, a severe inflammation of the gums that has developed deep below the gum. By brushing your teeth well every day, flossing or using dental sticks and regularly visiting the dental hygienist<\/a>, you keep plaque and tartar under control and reduce the chance of serious gum problems. Routine check-ups<\/a> with our dentist also help to detect inflammations at an early stage. The sooner we identify gum problems, the smaller the chance that flap surgery is needed.<\/p>\n Untreated periodontitis does not diminish on its own and can actually spread further. This can cause more jawbone to be lost around the teeth and molars, which over time can lead to teeth or molars coming loose or even being lost. The complaints, such as bleeding or swollen gums, usually also increase as the inflammation progresses. The sooner we carry out flap surgery when this is needed, the more limited the procedure can often remain. If you are in doubt about a recommended flap surgery, please feel free to discuss your questions with our dentist.<\/p>\n No, these are two different treatments. At the dental hygienist or during a dental cleaning<\/a>, we remove plaque and tartar above and just below the gum line, without the gum being detached. Flap surgery is a surgical procedure that we only use when the inflammation is deeper below the gum and can no longer be reached in this way. We then temporarily lift the gum to be able to thoroughly remove the deeper inflammation, plaque and tartar. Flap surgery therefore often only follows after a regular dental cleaning has not produced sufficient results.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Maliekwartier Tandartsen Monday:<\/span>\u00a008:00 am \u2013 08:00 pmHow does flap surgery work?<\/h2>\n
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