Soft Tissue Grafting
Periodontal procedures are available to stop further dental problems and gum recession, and/or to improve the esthetics of your gum line.
Exposed tooth roots are the result of gum recession. Perhaps you wish to enhance your smile by covering one or more of these roots that make your teeth appear too long. Or maybe you are not bothered by the appearance of these areas, but you cringe because the exposed roots are sensitive to hot or cold foods and liquids.
Why do gums recede?
Your gums may have receded for a variety of reasons, including aggressive tooth brushing or periodontal disease. You may not be in control of what caused the recession, but prior to treatment Dr. Kuhl will help you identify the factors contributing to the problem. Once these contributing factors are controlled, a soft tissue graft procedure will repair the defect and help to prevent additional recession and bone loss.
Where does the grafted tissue come from?
Soft tissue grafts are done when gingval tissue is absent due to recession. During this procedure Dr. Kuhl takes gum tissue from the palate and places it at the gingiva to further reduce the potential for any recession in the future. This can be done for one tooth to several teeth at the same appointment.
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