What is a gingival graft?
The gingival graft consists of reconstructing the gum that has moved back. This can be achieved through the removal of gum tissues from palates in order to place them in the receded gum. As a result, a gum doctor is responsible for performing this dental surgery that is considered to be quite simple and prompt.
The increased sensibility may occur after eating hot or cold foods and this is due to gum recession that is characterized by its slowness. Besides, gum tissue erodes and the teeth appear. In fact, a great number of people do not perceive its existence. Recent studies prove that 4% to 12% of adults do not notice gum recession until it becomes more serious.
Tooth loss will be the outcome of a gum recession that is not treated.
Gum graft is executed for two rationales:
On one hand, some people want to have a better smile. So, gum graft is performed for cosmetic reasons. On the other hand, the exposed teeth are protected and any damage is repaired thanks to gum graft.
What does gum graft involve?
The most appropriate technique is chosen after the discussion of various types of surgeries with a periodontist. During the procedure, a local anesthetic is administered in order to make surgery painless.
The depth along with the degree of the destruction determine the type of surgery that matches the needs of the patient.
What are the diverse kinds of gingival graft?
Actually, the kinds of gum graft will be explained in the table below:
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Types of gum graft |
Characteristics |
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Connective tissue grafts |
The tissue is removed from the palate. The exposed tooth root is covered through stitching the removed tissue with the available gum tissue.
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Free gingival grafts
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This technique is the best for those with thin gums who intend to widen them. a small piece of tissue is removed from the roof of the mouth in order to be sutured in the zone that requires gum tissue. |
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Pedicle grafts
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The tooth can be treated through transplanting tissue from the tissue that is near or around it. The fact that this type of transplantation does not require cutting the blood flow makes it the most effective method. |
Graft materials can be taken from a tissue bank instead of using the roof of the patient's mouth to have some tissues.
How can I get ready for this surgery?
No preparation is needed before having the procedure and after specifying the kind of surgery to be performed. However, it is crucial to know that you should not drive since certain pain medication will be prescribed which makes driving dangerous for you.
After getting a gum graft, you can return to your home. In order to ensure that your transplant cures effectively, your dentist will provide you with some helpful directives.
May gum graft lead to some risks?
Gum graft may have some complications such as:
- Gums get sore and bleed
- Inflammation of gums
- Infection
- Teeth become less rigid
- Teeth become sensitive
- There are gaps between the teeth.
The surgery must be repeated in case the graft tissue does not tie to the site in which it is transplanted.
What is the price of gingival graft in Turkey?
The cost of gum graft changes since it relies on the kind of intervention. Turquie santé will make sure that you have the best surgery with the cheapest prices in one of our hospitals or clinics in Turkey, Istanbul, Izmir, Ankara, and Antalya.
Last update : 02/04/2020
