Root canal therapy
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Gum grafting
Gum grafting adds or repositions tissue where coverage or tissue thickness is desired. It may be considered for selected recession or tissue deficiencies around teeth or implants, but the goal, donor material, technique and expected result depend on the individual site.
Why grafting may be discussed
Goals can include increasing tissue thickness, improving root coverage in suitable sites, protecting a restorative plan or making an area easier to maintain. Recession can result from several factors, so an evaluation should identify causes and control inflammation before surgery.
Ask where the graft material comes from
Some procedures use tissue from another area of the patient’s mouth; others may use processed donor material or another product. Material choice and technique have different indications and limitations. Ask for the exact source, purpose and alternatives before consenting.
Coverage and appearance vary by site
Complete root coverage is not possible in every recession defect. Tooth position, bone and papilla support, recession dimensions, tissue quality, habits and healing all affect the result. The clinician should explain the realistic goal for the specific site.
Protect the donor and treatment sites
Follow written instructions for cleaning, food, activity, medicines and any dressing or appliance. Do not brush, floss or pull the lip in the treated area until instructed. Contact the treating office for uncontrolled bleeding, severe or increasing pain or swelling, fever or tissue changes that concern you.
Confirm the clinician and office
This site does not assume that every graft technique or material is offered at both offices. Depending on the diagnosis, site and clinician scope, referral to a periodontist may be appropriate. Confirm the provider, location and written plan before scheduling.
Teeth and supporting tissues
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Root canal vs. tooth extraction
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Read the guide →Regular cleaning vs. deep cleaning
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Periodontal care continues beyond one visit
Ask how the proposed treatment, reevaluation and maintenance schedule respond to your measurements and risk factors.
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100 FL-7, Suite 300Margate, FL 33063Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
236 Commercial BoulevardLauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL 33308Your questions, answered
Will a gum graft cover every exposed root?
No. The achievable coverage depends on the defect and surrounding support. Ask for the site-specific goal and limitations.
Where does graft tissue come from?
It may come from the patient or a processed donor product, depending on the technique and case. Confirm the exact material before treatment.
Is gum grafting available at both offices?
This requires confirmation. Call the selected office so the team can verify provider, service and referral needs.
Connected care
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General and preventive dentistry
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Read the guide →Night guards for teeth grinding
Learn how an appliance may protect teeth and where its limits apply.
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Know what a brief oral cancer examination checks and what follows a finding.
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Read the guide →Get ready for your visit
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Independent patient resources
General education does not replace the examination, diagnosis or recommendation of the treating clinician.