Exposed tooth roots are the result of gum recession. Gum grafts are dental procedures which are used to replace receding gums.ie., a number of surgical periodontal procedures whose combined aim is to cover an area of exposed tooth root surface with grafted oral tissue. Your gums may have receded for a variety of reasons, including aggressive tooth brushing or periodontal disease. Gum grafts use either soft or hard tissue, depending on the location, to restore the gum line. Perhaps you wish to enhance your smile by covering one or more of these roots that make your teeth appear too long. Or, maybe you're not bothered by the appearance of these areas, but the exposed tooth roots are sensitive to hot or cold foods and liquids.
Gum grafts can be used to cover roots or develop gum tissue where absent due to excessive gingival recession. During gum graft surgery, your periodontist takes gum tissue from your palate or another donor source to cover the exposed root. This can be done for one tooth or several teeth to even your gum line and reduce sensitivity.
Soft Tissue Grafting Soft tissue grafting is often necessary to combat gum recession. Periodontal disease, trauma, aging, over brushing, and poor tooth positioning are the leading causes of gum recession which can lead to tooth-root exposure in severe cases. When the roots of the teeth become exposed, eating hot and cold foods can be uncomfortable, decay is more prevalent and the aesthetic appearance of the smile is altered. The main goal of soft tissue grafting is to either cover the exposedroot or to thicken the existing gum tissue in order to halt further tissue loss.
The three different types of common soft tissue grafts include:
Free gingival graft - A strip of tissue is removed from the roof of the mouth and stitched to the grafting site inorder to promote natural growth. This type of graft is most commonly used for thickening existing tissue.Connective tissue graft - For larger areas or root exposure, subepithelial tissue is needed to remedy the problem.This subepithelial connective tissue is removed from a small flap in the mouth and sutured to the grafting site. This is the most common treatment for root exposure.Pedicle graft - This type of graft involves the "sharing" of soft tissue between the affected site and adjacent gum. A flap of tissue is partially cut away and moved sideways to cover the root. The results of this type of graft are excellent because the tissue that is moved to the adjacent area includes blood vessels that are left in place.
Reasons for soft tissue grafting Soft tissue grafting is an extremely versatile procedure that has many uses. Recent developments in dental technology have made soft tissue grafting more predictable and less intrusive. Here are some of the main benefits associated with soft tissue grafting treatment:a) Increased comfortb) Improved aestheticsc) Improved gum health
What are the benefits of gum graft surgery? A gum graft can reduce further recession and bone loss. In some cases, it can cover exposed roots to protect them from decay. This may reduce tooth sensitivity and improve esthetics of your smile. Whether you have a gum graft to improve function or esthetics, patients often receive the benefits of both: a beautiful new smile and improved periodontal health - your keys to smiling, eating and speaking with comfort and confidence.
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