
Expert Gum Graft Surgery & Cosmetic Gum Contouring
Too much or too little gum tissue can get in the way of an otherwise beautiful smile. If you’re in this situation and looking for a treatment that can help, cosmetic gum contouring and grafting may be exactly what you need.
Located in Cabot, AR, the practice of Samuel F. Jirik, DDS, is proud to provide comprehensive dental care to patients in the Ward, Beebe, Jacksonville, Sherwood, Vilonia, and Little Rock areas. Contact us today for a consultation or more information about our practice. Dial (501) 430-4516 to reach our Cabot, AR office and speak with our staff!
Why is it important to treat receding gums?
What are the benefits of this procedure?
How Can A Gum Graft Prevent Tooth Loss?
Gum grafts are almost always successful at returning coverage to the tooth roots that have become exposed through gum recession. The grafted gum tissue easily establishes itself in its grafted location.
In addition to stopping additional gum recession and exposure of the tooth roots, gum grafts can reduce tooth sensitivity and protect the roots from root decay. This is because the formerly exposed root surfaces now have adequate gum coverage again. Gum grafts from Dr. Jirik will also give you a more contoured, even gumline.
Who is a candidate for gum contouring surgery in Cabot?
Gum Disease and Systemic Health
If you suffer from excessive gingival display or gum recession, you can benefit from cosmetic gum contouring or gum graft procedure.
Gum Graft vs. Gum Contouring
Dr. Jirik uses a Diode laser for all of our practice’s cosmetic gum contouring procedures. This process is gentle and virtually painless. Because the laser cauterizes the gum as it removes it, it also involves very little bleeding and a short healing process.
How is a gum graft done with Dr. Jirik?
These procedures are typically performed in our offices on Main Street in Cabot. Local anesthesia is used. Depending on your unique needs, Dr. Jirik will perform your grafting procedure in one of three ways:
Free gingival graft — Dr. Jirik removes a small piece of gum tissue from the roof of your mouth, and this tissue is stitched into place where needed to cover recession.
Connective tissue graft — Dr. Jirik removes a small piece of gum tissue from the roof of your mouth, which is stitched into place where needed to cover recession.
Pedicle graft — This method creates a flap of tissue in an area adjacent to your gum recession and uses this flap to cover the area of the receding gum tissue. Because the tissue used in a pedicle graft is not disconnected from its blood supply, it tends to create the most successful grafting. However, the patient needs to have ample gum tissue in the areas around their gum recession.
These methods don’t take long. Once Dr. Jirik has sutured your graft into position, you’ll wash out your mouth with antibacterial mouthwash. We’ll then go over how you need to care for your new gum graft.
How Long Will It Take My Gum Graft To Heal?
How Long Does Swelling Last After Gum Graft Surgery?
Is Gum Grafting Painful?
Are There Any Foods I Need To Avoid After Having A Gum Graft?
Is Gum Grafting Permanent?
Once the grafted gum tissue successfully takes to its new locations, these are permanent. As long as you follow a regimen of attentive home oral hygiene, your gum grafts will be there for the long haul.
Of course, this doesn’t guarantee that new gum problems cannot develop, but more attentive care will usually prevent that.
Schedule A Cosmetic Gum Graft Consultation in Cabot, AR!
Interested in either of these procedures but still not sure if you’re a candidate? Don’t hesitate — contact Samuel F. Jirik, DDS today by calling (501) 430-4516 or by clicking here to send us an email. We can set you up with a consultation appointment, during which Dr. Jirik will examine the condition of your gums and help you decide if either of these procedures is right for you.