Periodontal Surgery

Soft tissue grafts

Soft Tissue Grafts

If you have one of the following dental problems a soft tissue graft may be the optimal treatment:

Long-in-the-tooth appearance due to gum recession.

Tooth sensitivity and pain because of root surface exposure.

Risk of root surface tooth decay.

Inadequate width of firm or sturdy ('keratinised') gum tissue.

The treatment involves:

Surgical repositioning or replacement of soft tissue to establish a protective width of sturdy gum tissue.

A soft tissue graft will provide you with the following health benefits:

A pleasant smile and which will improve your appearance and confidence.

Your teeth will no longer have that long-in-the-tooth look.

The health of your gum tissue will be restored, along with improved resistance to trauma, infection and additional recession.

The root surface will be covered by the tissue graft decreasing the risk of root sensitivity and decay.

Reduce further recession and bone loss

If you decide not to pursue treatment you face the following risks:

Increased long-in-the-tooth appearance as the gum recession continues.

Increased tooth sensitivity and pain.

Less resistance to trauma, tissue damage and infection.

Increased risk of root surface decay.