Fiberotomy

The most frequently encountered post-orthodontic (after braces) problem is the re-establishment of original tooth position. Relapse may occur anywhere, but it is often associated with teeth that have undergone rotation as a part of orthodontic therapy. A fiberotomy involves the detachment of gum fibers that attach the tooth to the bone. The fibers act like rubber bands, and releasing the pressure between the fibers and the tooth reduces the forces that want to pull the tooth back to its original position. This procedure is performed near the completion of orthodontics and is shown to be effective in preventing relapse.

Steven W. Seibert, DMD, Ltd
Diplomates of the American Board of Periodontology

Address: 303 West Springfield Ave. • CHAMPAIGN, IL 61820
Phone: 217-398-4867

Address: 1720 South 18th St. • CHARLESTON, IL 61920•
Phone: 217-345-4867

Periodontists Dr. Seibert and Dr. Kim specialize in the treatment and surgery of Periodontal Disease and the placement of Dental Implants. Procedures include Cosmetic Periodontal Surgery, Non-Surgical Periodontal Treatments, Orthodontic Periodontal Procedures, Periodontal Maintenance and Periodontal Surgery to patients in Illinois and its following communities:

Champaign IL, Charleston IL, Urbana IL, Mattoon IL, Tuscola IL, Danville IL, Effingham IL, Sullivan IL, Georgetown IL, Bloomington IL