Gum recession & gum grafting
Care for thin or receding gum tissue and exposed roots.
Support for your teeth.
A plan for your smile.
Receding gums and missing bone can raise different concerns, from sensitive roots to tooth replacement. Understanding what needs support is the first step toward deciding whether grafting would help.
Which tissue needs support?
Gum grafting addresses soft tissue. Bone grafting addresses the supporting bone. They may be discussed together, but they serve different purposes and have different treatment plans.
Start with the reason for treatment.
Your examination helps identify what a graft is intended to address, whether alternatives exist and how it fits into the rest of your care. Discuss the material, healing period and follow-up before proceeding.