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Periodontics Glossary

105 terms total — 4 showing — Last updated 15 Sep 2026

Root Resection

Professional Technical IVT

The surgical removal of one root of a multi-rooted tooth, typically a maxillary molar, while retaining the crown and remaining roots.

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Flap Surgery

Intermediate Technical IVT

A periodontal surgical technique in which gingival tissue is incised and reflected to provide direct access to the root...

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Mucoperiosteal Flap

Advanced Technical IVT

A full-thickness surgical flap comprising both the mucosal and periosteal layers, elevated in continuity to expose the u...

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Open Flap Debridement

Advanced Technical IVT

A surgical procedure in which a mucoperiosteal flap is elevated to allow direct visualisation and thorough debridement o...

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Papilla Preservation Flap

Advanced Technical IVT

A surgical flap design that maintains the interdental papilla intact to optimise aesthetics and reduce post-surgical tis...

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