
Treat Advanced Gum Disease Symptoms with Osseous Surgery
In the early stages of gum disease, symptoms may be subtle, but the signs are hard to ignore by the time it reaches an advanced stage. You may experience swollen, bleeding gums that have receded, deep pockets between teeth, and loose or even missing teeth. Chronic, severe bad breath is also common. If you’re dealing with advanced gum disease, we recommend scheduling a consultation with our periodontist, Dr. Chad Cravatta, for pocket reduction or osseous surgery in Mesa, AZ.
At this stage, surgical intervention is necessary to protect the health of your gums and teeth. Osseous surgery, or pocket reduction surgery, is a procedure used to treat advanced gum disease. It involves reshaping the bone around the teeth to eliminate deep pockets, reduce bacteria, and create a healthier environment for the gums to reattach. This treatment helps preserve natural teeth, prevent further damage, and improve overall oral health. Dr. Cravatta specializes in diagnosing and treating all stages of gum disease, and we have the expertise to restore any bone or teeth lost due to advanced periodontal damage.
How Osseous Surgery Improves Oral Health
Advanced gum disease damages oral structures and increases the risk of systemic health complications. Research has revealed a connection between severe periodontal disease and conditions such as diabetes, respiratory disease, cardiovascular disease, and stroke. By treating gum disease with osseous surgery in Mesa, AZ, our periodontist, Dr. Cravtta, can help restore oral health and improve overall well-being.
During osseous surgery, we remove the calculus and bacteria causing inflammation and infection. Then, we trim the diseased gum tissue and reshape the affected bone. This process restores health to these vital structures, creating a healthier oral environment that preserves your teeth, bones, and gums while improving your smile’s function and appearance. With reduced chronic inflammation, you’ll enjoy better systemic health and regain the ability to eat, talk, and smile comfortably and confidently.


The Benefits of Osseous Surgery
- Mouth free from plaque and tartar buildup
- No more active infection or inflammation
- Better gum health, with less gum recession
- Minimize systemic health complications
- Improved function for biting and chewing
- Restored natural smile esthetics

Choose Your Mesa, AZ, Periodontal Surgery Expert
Periodontists are the only dental specialists with specialized training and qualifications to address soft tissue issues like gum disease. With years of advanced education and extensive hands-on clinical experience, periodontists are the experts in treating gum disease and are uniquely qualified to perform osseous surgery in Mesa, AZ.
Dr. Cravatta brings years of experience managing periodontal conditions and expertise in related procedures such as gum recession treatment, bone grafting, and dental implants to permanently replace lost teeth. We’re here to help you enhance your oral health and restore your quality of life with our targeted, specialized treatment for gum disease!