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Medical Conditions - Flap Surgery

Flap surgery is a procedure that involves cleaning the root surface and repairing bone damage caused by gum diseases. A gum specialist does this procedure. Before starting this procedure, the affected person is given local anesthesia in the area to be worked. It takes around 45 minutes to complete a single quadrant. Most patients do not feel any discomfort after surgery. Taking pain-relieving medicines helps to provide some relief from pain.

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What is the management of an infected flap post-surgery?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The infection is due to the improperly done root canal treatment (RCT) of the mesial root of that tooth. Flap surgery was done needlessly.

What could be done to manage weak and damaged teeth?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. No, this will not damage anything. The condition of your teeth and gum is not esthetic, and that is why a flap is needed.

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Will periodontal flap surgery help in treating bone loss?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. Yes, it is needed to go with flap surgery. It is a useful procedure to regain the strength of teeth soon and is effective.

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Why is the gum not attached to the teeth after flap surgery?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern.

Is plastic surgery a must following Mohs surgery?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and history. The wound is quite big and it definitely require plastic surgery.

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Why does my skin surrounding the surgery area look black and dead?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Kindly post the images of the affected leg and the infected wound after the surgery. I will be able to comment only after seeing the photos.

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