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Gum Graft

HAVE YOU BEEN NOTICING SENSITIVE TEETH AND RECEDING GUMS?

Gum Graft Melbourne CBD

Gum Graft Melbourne CBD

You may need a gum graft to help repair gum loss and prevent further damage and pain.

If you have never heard of this procedure before, you shouldn’t worry; it’s a common practice that can help repair the defect and revitalise your beautiful smile.

Everything You Need To Know About A Gum Graft

A gum graft is a quick and simple dental surgery performed to correct the effects of gum recession.

It is a dental surgery in which a periodontist removes healthy gum tissues from the roof of the mouth and uses it to build the gum where it has receded.

Pay Attention to Your Gum Health Gum Recession Melbourne CBD

Pay Attention to Your Gum Health: Gum Recession

If your gums are receding, your Melbourne CBD dentist may recommend a gum graft. Gum recession exposes the tooth roots.

This can cause the tooth roots to become more likely to decay and be more sensitive and prone to abrasion.

In a gum graft, your periodontist removes a piece of tissue from the roof of your mouth or from healthy gum tissues.

What to Expect During Gum Graft Surgery

Z Before the Procedure

Gum grafts do not require extensive preparation. It just involves a consultation with your periodontist to know how severe the recession is and the best gum graft technique for your case.

Just arrange a ride to and from the practice, as the combined effects of anaesthesia, post-op medication, and slight discomfort can make it unsafe for you to be on your own.

Z During the Procedure

Upon arriving, you will be guided to the procedure room, where local anesthesia will be applied to numb the area. In some cases, general anaesthesia may be applied administered, especially if you feel anxious and can relax better if unconscious.

The gum graft procedure doesn’t take long since the periodontist has already picked the donor tissue for harvesting and mapped out the graft area.

Once the stitches are made, and the graft is secure, you will be asked to rinse your mouth with an antibacterial mouthwash. Your periodontist may also ask you to stay for an hour or two to make sure that the graft is successful and there are no issues.

Z Recovery and Post-Op Care

You should be fully healed in one to two weeks.

Schedule a follow-up appointment with your periodontist a week or so after the procedure so that they can ensure you’re healing properly and the gum graft is successful.

After two weeks, you should be able to brush and floss again. Complete healing of the area may take a month or more, depending on your dental and overall health and how well you care for your mouth during the recovery period.

Gum Graft in Melbourne CBD

Gum graft won’t magically change the appearance of previously receded gums overnight.

Your Melbourne CBD dentist will work closely with you to find the perfect treatment plan for you.

To learn more about gum graft in Melbourne CBD, call us on (03) 9642 8955 or request an appointment online.

We are located at Level 17, 190 Queen Street in Melbourne CBD.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a gum graft?
A gum graft is a minor surgical procedure that is used to correct receding gums. In a gum graft, some tissue is taken from one part of your mouth and moved to cover a place where you do not have enough tissue.
What causes receding gums?
There are many potential causes of receding gums. Some of them are out of your control, like genetics. Some of them are partly under your control, like oral hygiene that can help control gum disease. Others are fully under your control, like tobacco use and oral piercings.
Can a gum graft prevent tooth loss?
Under the right circumstances, yes. A gum graft can be used to cover and protect the root and stop the spread of receding gums. Sometimes this will save a threatened tooth.
Am I an eligible candidate for a gum graft?
If you have significant gum recession, are in good general health, and have good oral health, you might be an eligible candidate for a gum graft. We also ask that you commit yourself to ensure your gums stay healthy in the future.