Gum Grafting
Surgical Periodontal Procedures
- Dental Implants
- Cosmetic Periodontal Surgery
- Gum Grafting
- Crown Lengthening
- Osseous Surgery
- Bone Regeneration
- Bone Grafting
- Sinus Lift
- Teeth in an Hour
Dental implants
Dental implants are metal anchors that act as tooth root substitutes. They are surgically placed into the jawbone.
Small posts are attached to the implant to provide stable anchors in for replacement teeth.
When recession of the gingival occurs, the body loses a natural defense against both bacterial penetration and trauma. When gum recession is a problem, gum reconstruction using grafting techniques is an option.
When there is only minor gum recession, some healthy gingiva often remains and protects the tooth, so that no treatment other than modifying home care practices is necessary. However, when
recession reaches the mucosa, the first line of defense against
bacterial penetration is lost.
In addition, gum recession often results in root sensitivity to hot and cold foods as well as an unsightly appearance to the gum and tooth. Gum recession, when significant, can predispose to worsening recession and further exposure of the root surface, which is softer than enamel, leading to root caries and root gouging.
A gum graft is designed to solve these problems.
A thin piece of tissue is taken from the roof of the mouth, or gently moved over from adjacent areas, to provide a stable band of attached gingiva around the tooth. The gingival graft may be placed in such a way as to cover the exposed portion of the root.
The gingival graft procedure is highly predictable and results in a stable healthy band of attached tissue around the tooth.