Treatments
Advanced periodontitis: regenerative surgery and grafts
Guided tissue regeneration to save teeth: 85% disease stabilisation.
Advanced chronic periodontitis irreversibly destroys the periodontal ligament and alveolar bone, and it is the leading cause of adult tooth loss. It is often silent for years: bleeding when brushing, gum recession and tooth mobility already signal established disease.
The international approach combines deep scaling and root planing, flap surgery to access defects, and guided tissue regeneration (GTR) with bone grafts and biological membranes that rebuild tooth support. In selected cases dental lasers and guided microsurgery reduce the invasiveness of the procedure.
Treatment stabilises the disease in roughly 85% of cases, but the outcome depends strictly on hygiene and periodontal maintenance afterwards: without check-ups every three to six months, relapse is common. Risks include gum recession, temporary root sensitivity and occasionally the need to extract non-salvageable teeth.
Costa Rica pioneered preservation dentistry in Latin America and attracts patients for its clinical quality. Spain and Poland lead in Europe with periodontal clinics equipped for advanced laser work and microsurgery. Prices range from EUR 800 to 2,500, with five to seven day stays and a recommended review a few months later.
At medviajes we help compare accredited clinics, insist on a written periodontal plan with a per-tooth prognosis, and organise travel and later maintenance. Always consult a qualified periodontist before deciding.
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This content is informational and does not replace advice from a healthcare professional. Always consult your doctor before making decisions about your health.
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