Gum Grafting

Gum Grafting

Gum grafting, or Gingival Grafting, is a dental surgical procedure used to repair and strengthen receded or damaged gum tissue. This procedure can help improve gum health, reduce tooth sensitivity, and enhance the aesthetics of your smile.

Types of Gum Grafts

There are various types of gum grafts, and the dentist will choose the best method based on the patient’s condition:

• Connective Tissue Graft:
  • This is the most common type of gum graft. In this procedure, a piece of tissue is taken from under the palate of the mouth and grafted to the receded gum area.
  • Connective tissue grafts are ideal for covering exposed tooth roots and increasing the thickness of the gum tissue.
• Free Gingival Graft:
  • In this procedure, a piece of tissue is taken from the surface of the palate and grafted directly to the receded gum area.
  • Free gingival grafts are used to increase the thickness of the gum tissue in areas where the gum tissue is very thin.
• There are other types of gum grafting also, that a specialist will choose based on the patients individual situation.  click to see all the dental care services.

Benefits of Gingival Grafting

• Restores and strengthens gum tissue
• Reduces tooth sensitivity
• Prevents further gum recession
• Improves smile aesthetics
• Protects the tooth root