At Glazier Implants + Periodontics, we understand the painful, irritating effects that gum recession has on one’s oral health. Gum recession happens when the gum tissue pulls away from your teeth, exposing the roots underneath and resulting in receding gums.
Receding gums can lead to bone or tooth loss, increased tooth sensitivity, gum inflammation and infections, increased risk of cavities, and more serious oral health problems that won’t go away independently. Dr. Thomas Glazier is proud to offer gum grafting surgery as a gum recession treatment to help restore your oral health and improve your confidence!
Gum grafts are essential in gum recession treatment and can help improve oral health. Gum grafts can help regrow damaged bones and tissues, prevent tooth loss, reduce gum gaps, eliminate bacteria and infection, and reshape the jawbone.
They can also reduce the risk of gum disease, cavities, and teeth sensitivity and improve the appearance of your smile. Gum recession treatment might be perfect if you are dealing with the painful effects of receding gums!
During gum recession surgery, Dr. Glazier will provide local anesthesia to help numb your gums and offer sedation options to help ensure your comfort. We will then make an incision to create a small flap in your gums and the roof of your mouth and remove a small wedge of inner tissue. Then, we will place the gum graft over the roots of your exposed teeth. Lastly, the graft is secured with sutures, allowing it to integrate with the existing gum tissue and promote healing.
Over time, the grafted tissue will help cover the exposed tooth roots, reducing tooth sensitivity, protecting against further gum recession, and enhancing the smile’s overall appearance. You may experience discomfort and swelling following the procedure, but proper post-operative care will aid in a smooth recovery process. Regular follow-up appointments with Dr. Glazier are essential to monitor healing and ensure the long-term success of the gum recession treatment.
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