Grafting for Recession
What is recession and what causes it?
Recession is the loss of gum tissue. It occurs due to incorrect toothbrushing, thin gingiva, or malpositioned teeth. Recession exposes the root surface of a tooth, possibly making the teeth sensitive, more prone to decay, and uncomfortable when eating or brushing . The appearance of "longer" teeth can make your smile less attractive. Bone loss and loss of teeth can occur if recession is not treated.
What is soft tissue grafting?
Soft tissue grafting is a procedure in which a piece of tissue adjacent to the area of recession or from the roof of the mouth is placed over the exposed root surface to attach a band of gingiva to the tooth.
Soft tissue grafting creates a new protective barrier, covering the exposed root and resisting further bone loss, sensitivity, and decay. It can be done for one or several teeth to straighten the gum line and improve the appearance of your smile.
Recession is the loss of gum tissue. It occurs due to incorrect toothbrushing, thin gingiva, or malpositioned teeth. Recession exposes the root surface of a tooth, possibly making the teeth sensitive, more prone to decay, and uncomfortable when eating or brushing . The appearance of "longer" teeth can make your smile less attractive. Bone loss and loss of teeth can occur if recession is not treated.
What is soft tissue grafting?
Soft tissue grafting is a procedure in which a piece of tissue adjacent to the area of recession or from the roof of the mouth is placed over the exposed root surface to attach a band of gingiva to the tooth.
Soft tissue grafting creates a new protective barrier, covering the exposed root and resisting further bone loss, sensitivity, and decay. It can be done for one or several teeth to straighten the gum line and improve the appearance of your smile.
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Concourse Dental Group - Dr. Samira Jaffer
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