When you have receding gums, your teeth could appear long or uneven. To treat this, and to help manage your gum disease, we could offer gum grafts. Using dental lasers and the unique pinhole technology, we can provide a noninvasive option! In today’s blog, your Encinitas/San Diego, CA, periodontist talks about noninvasive gum grafts.
When Your Gums Recede
When periodontal disease begins to reach a more advanced stage this could cause tissues to recede from the teeth. The recession alters the appearance of your smile, as your teeth appear long and uneven. In addition, this could expose sensitive portions of tooth structure. Increasing the risk of tooth decay and dental infection. At this stage, the risk of tooth loss is higher too, as you’re reaching the periodontitis stage of the disease. When you notice your tissues receding, please let us know right away. With the Pinhole Surgical Technique and laser dentistry, we can help correct this concern!
The Pinhole Surgical Technique
We don’t need to remove tissues from other parts of your smile. Instead, we will use lasers as needed to make adjustments in the hard and soft tissues of your smile. The lasers can do so with precision and accuracy, preventing swelling, infection, and bleeding. The technology also means there are no scalpels and sutures, so the area heals quicker too. We then put a miniscule pinhole in the gums and may insert a special collagen material. Our team then manipulates the tissues to cover the teeth and protect the sensitive portions of the smile. We also ensure proper symmetry with the gum line as well. You leave with a healthier and more attractive smile, all in a single visit! In most cases, people return to their normal routine after 24 to 48 hours.
Protecting Your Oral Health
Moving forward, we may recommend preventive treatments with a holistic approach, so we can manage the disease and keep your smile intact. This could include Supportive Periodontal Maintenance to control plaque and tartar buildup, or even Ozone Therapy and antibiotics to manage the disease. We could also discuss better at-home oral hygiene habits, such as proper brushing and flossing, avoiding tobacco products, and cutting back on the amount of sugar in your diet. With these actions, you can protect your gum health and also lower the risk of other tissues, such as tooth decay.
If you have any questions about the Pinhole Surgical Technique, then contact our team today to learn more. We want to help correct the health and beauty of your smile!
Scheduled Your Next Appointment With Your San Diego, CA, Periodontist, Dr. Kania!
Our team can offer a comfortable and noninvasive treatment for receding gums. Call Dr. Kania in Encinitas, CA today to find out more about treating gum recession at 760-642-0711.