When left untreated, a gum infection can result in significant soft tissue loss, ultimately leading to a receding gum line. Not only can this compromise the aesthetics of your smile, but it may also expose your teeth to increased sensitivity and potential decay. At Southwest Oral Surgical Arts (SWOSA), serving both St. George & Cedar City, we offer restoration via gum grafting, a procedure that regenerates tissue and rehabilitates your smile.
What Is Gum Grafting Used For?
Gum grafting is performed to restore gum tissue back to its normal, healthy position on the teeth. This tissue is necessary for supporting the teeth and their roots, and specifically for preventing contamination via food particles and other debris, which can foster bacterial infection.
Gum grafting is often the best way to address issues caused by untreated periodontal disease, or to prevent existing issues from worsening.
What Are the Advantages of Gum Grafting?
There are many benefits that patients can expect from gum grafting, including:
- Reinforcement. Gum grafting helps stabilize and strengthen the tissue that already exists around your teeth.
- Prevention. Through gum grafting, we can protect your gums from worsening or future recession.
- Aesthetics. A gum graft can also yield cosmetic benefits, especially if gum recession has affected the front teeth.
- Resilience. Getting a gum graft may also help you protect your teeth from oral sensitivity.
Why Choose SWOSA?
Because of our holistic approach to oral health care, we are a trusted provider of gum grafting procedures. SWOSA can deliver both the periodontal and surgical care required to keep your gums and teeth protected and restore form and function as needed.
Our practice offers not just a comprehensive spectrum of care, but also advanced clinical technologies that allow us to prioritize your comfort, safety, and convenience. We tailor all of our treatments to individual patient needs, ensuring you leave our office with a confident smile and improved oral health.
What Can I Expect from Gum Grafting Treatment?
Your treatment journey begins with a consultation. During this initial visit, your surgeon will carefully evaluate your teeth and gums, collect medical images, and ensure you are a good candidate for a safe and successful procedure.
Your comfort and safety are foremost concerns, and we will provide the sedation options needed for a smooth procedure. Gum grafting is considered a fairly minor procedure, and local anesthesia is often all that is required, but more immersive sedation is also available.
Once you are completely comfortable, your surgeon will perform the agreed-upon surgical technique, either using tissue from your own body or from a donor bank (cadaver) to regenerate soft tissue in your mouth. Your doctor will carefully shape your new gum line, ensuring a pleasing smile aesthetic while also fully protecting your teeth and their roots.
Most patients will want to rest and heal for two or three days before returning to their normal activities. We also advise liquids and soft foods for the first few days of your recovery. Most patients feel ready to resume their normal diet within a week.
Also note that some minor tenderness and swelling can be anticipated, usually cresting around days two and three. These symptoms are easy to manage with over-the-counter pain remedies.
Schedule Your Gum Grafting Procedure Today
Taking the first step towards a healthier smile is easier than you think. Schedule a consultation with SWOSA today and let our experienced team assess your gum health. We’ll discuss all your options in detail, answer any questions you may have, and create a personalized treatment plan designed specifically for your needs. Whether you’re experiencing minor gum recession or more significant tissue loss, SWOSA has the experience and technology to deliver exceptional results. Contact our practice in St. George & Cedar City to schedule a gum grafting consultation today.
