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Gum Grafting


Depending on the severity of gum recession that you are experiencing, you may be a candidate for a procedure known as Gum Grafting.

Gum grafting can be used to treat more severe cases of gum recession, while more minor cases of gum recession can be treated with in-home methods.

When your gums recede, and expose the root surface, you may experience several very painful and serious effects including:
  • sensitivity to hot and cold
  • unsightly appearance of your gum line
  • cavities
  • root exposure

What is a Gum Graft?

A gum graft provides coverage of the exposed root by grafting a thin piece of tissue, typically taken from the roof of the mouth or by an alternate technique using donor tissue (donor grafts).
 
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