Gum Grafting / Recession
Periodontist in Sunset, FL
Gum recession occurs when your gums pull away from your tooth roots, leading to gum pockets. These pockets can hold plaque and bacteria that cause infection and lead to various gum diseases. If not treated on time, it can even lead to tooth loss. Thus, it becomes essential to treat your receding gums and clean the pockets for better oral health.
Mild gum recessions are easily treatable through a deep cleaning session at your dentist’s office. The deep cleaning consists of scaling and root planing. It would remove all the plaque and tartar from your teeth’ surface and also the gum pockets. However, for severe gum recession issues, various surgical procedures like gum grafting can only prove to be helpful. Here, a skin flap taken from your mouth’s roof is placed under the flap. It is then stitched to the gum tissue that surrounds the root.
When do we get the benefits of gum grafting treatment?
There are several reasons behind gum recession, like:
- Periodontal diseases consist of infection-causing bacteria that can attack your jawbones and gum tissues. With excessive bacterial build-up, your gums can get pulled away from the tooth roots.
- Gum recession can also occur genetically.
- Brushing your teeth hard can cause teeth enamel erosion leading to gum recession.
- If you do not maintain proper oral hygiene, then plaque can build-up on your teeth and gums. It hardens to form tartar that cannot be removed through normal brushing. This hard substance is capable of pulling your gums and leading to the pocket formation.
People often do not know that they have gum recession because the problem occurs gradually. One of the first signs of gum recession is tooth sensitivity. You might also notice more tooth roots suddenly, which is also an indication of gum recession. In such cases, you should book an appointment with your Sunset Smile Creations dentist immediately so that they can repair your gums and prevent them from further damage.
