Gum Grafting
What Is Gum Grafting?
When your gums recede, they expose the sensitive roots of your teeth, making your smile look older and putting your teeth at severe risk for decay and bone loss. Gum grafting is a delicate microsurgical procedure used to replace this lost tissue. At Gil Dental Clinic, Dr. Yeendy Gil expertly performs grafting to restore a thick, healthy gum line. Finding a meticulous dentist in Hialeah, FL is essential for achieving successful, natural looking tissue integration. As your premier Hialeah dental office, we use gum grafting to cover exposed roots, eliminate sensitivity, and protect your smile from future recession.
Benefits Of Gum Grafting
Restoring your receded gums offers vital protection for your teeth and vastly improves your daily comfort:
ELIMINATION OF ROOT SENSITIVITY
Exposed tooth roots are highly sensitive to hot and cold temperatures. Grafting covers these roots with thick, protective tissue, instantly stopping the sharp pain caused by ice water or hot coffee.
PREVENTION OF ROOT DECAY
Unlike the crown of your tooth, the root does not have a hard enamel shell. Covering the root protects it from aggressive decay and structural grooving caused by heavy brushing.
HALTS FURTHER GUM RECESSION
A successful graft thickens the gum tissue, creating a robust barrier that prevents the recession from continuing and protects the underlying jawbone from deteriorating further.
RESTORATION OF A YOUTHFUL SMILE
Receded gums can make your teeth look unnaturally long and aged. Grafting restores an even, youthful gum line, dramatically enhancing your appearance and saving you from seeking complex restorative dental in Miami.
What Can You Expect During A Gum Grafting Treatment?
Gum grafting is a precise, highly controlled procedure focused entirely on regenerating your oral health:
DETAILED RECESSION ANALYSIS
We carefully measure the extent of your gum recession and determine the best type of grafting technique for your specific needs, discussing exactly where the donor tissue will come from.
GENTLE TISSUE HARVESTING AND PLACEMENT
While the area is fully numb, we gently place healthy tissue over the exposed root and secure it carefully to support healing and restore your gumline.
CLOSELY MONITORED HEALING
We provide detailed post-operative instructions to support proper healing and ensure the graft heals successfully for a healthier, stronger gumline.
Our Approach To Gum Grafting
Frequently Asked
Questions
Where does the gum graft tissue come from?
Traditionally, a small piece of tissue is taken from the roof of your mouth (the palate). However, depending on your case, we can also use highly processed, safe donor tissue, which completely avoids the need for a second surgical site in your mouth.
Does gum grafting hurt?
You will not feel any pain during the surgery due to local anesthesia. The most common source of post operative discomfort is the roof of the mouth if tissue was harvested from there, but we provide special palatal stents and pain management protocols to keep you very comfortable.
How long does it take a gum graft to heal?
The initial surface healing takes about one to two weeks, during which you must eat a soft diet. It takes a few months for the graft to completely integrate and mature into the surrounding tissue.
Can I brush my teeth after a gum graft?
You absolutely cannot brush or floss the grafted area until we give you clearance, as this will tear the delicate sutures and cause the graft to fail. You will brush your other teeth normally and use a prescribed antibacterial rinse for the surgical site.
Will my gums ever recede again after a graft?
The grafted tissue is typically very thick and resilient. However, to prevent future recession, you must use a soft bristled toothbrush, avoid brushing aggressively, and wear a nightguard if you grind your teeth.
Where does the gum graft tissue come from?
Traditionally, a small piece of tissue is taken from the roof of your mouth (the palate). However, depending on your case, we can also use highly processed, safe donor tissue, which completely avoids the need for a second surgical site in your mouth.