none 10.31254/dentistry.2025.10205 BioMed Research Publishers BioMed Research Publishers 16195 194913633 314763 20260515015233944 10.31254 2026-05-15T01:52:38Z 2026-05-15T01:52:36Z 0 International Journal of Dentistry Research Int J Dentistry Res 25813218 10.31254/dentistry https://dentistryscience.com/ 8 31 2025 10 2 Sheryl Dolly.A Senior Lecturer, Department of Periodontics, Sri Venkateswara Dental college & Hospital, Thalambur, Chennai- 600130, Tamil Nadu, India https://orcid.org/0009-0005-9056-353X Arunmozhi Ulaganathan Professor and HOD, Department of Periodontics, Sri Venkateswara Dental college & Hospital, Thalambur, Chennai- 600130, Tamil Nadu, India https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6061-6654 R. Kadhiresan Professor, Department of Periodontics, Sri Venkateswara Dental college & Hospital, Thalambur, Chennai- 600130, Tamil Nadu, India https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9606-2964 Priyadarsini Sekar Reader, Department of Periodontics, Sri Venkateswara Dental college & Hospital, Thalambur, Chennai- 600130, Tamil Nadu, India https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8161-2708 S Deepa Reader, Department of Periodontics, Sri Venkateswara Dental college & Hospital, Thalambur, Chennai- 600130, Tamil Nadu, India https://orcid.org/0009-0006-0869-9487 A Meenakshi Reader, Department of Periodontics, Sri Venkateswara Dental college & Hospital, Thalambur, Chennai- 600130, Tamil Nadu, India https://orcid.org/0009-0006-3118-0448 Periodontal therapy, encompassing both surgical and non-surgical approaches, is associated with a range of potential complications that can significantly influence treatment success and patient satisfaction. These complications may arise due to various factors, including inadequate sterilization, procedural trauma, technique sensitivity, and patient-specific considerations. Commonly encountered issues include bleeding, postoperative pain, swelling, root hypersensitivity, delayed wound healing, bruising, taste disturbances, and transient tooth mobility. Non-surgical modalities such as scaling and root planing, local drug delivery, and splinting may occasionally lead to allergic reactions, soft tissue irritation, or worsening of the periodontal condition. Surgical interventions—ranging from flap surgeries and bone grafting to sinus lifts, ridge augmentation, and LASER procedures—pose risks related to anesthesia, wound closure, infection, and healing disturbances. Improper sterilization further elevates the risk of postoperative infections and adverse outcomes. The effective management of these complications relies on timely diagnosis, appropriate clinical intervention, and comprehensive postoperative care. Additionally, clear communication with patients regarding potential risks and expected healing trajectories plays a pivotal role in ensuring optimal outcomes. This narrative review highlights the importance of clinician awareness, risk mitigation, and diligent follow-up in enhancing the overall efficacy of periodontal treatments and advancing clinical practice standards. 8 31 2025 47 53 1 10.31254/biomed-crossmark-policy www.biomedresearch.org false 10.31254/dentistry.2025.10205 https://www.dentistryscience.com/IJDR_2025102_05.pdf