Gum Grafting
Gum Grafting
At SOMI Smile, gum grafting treats gum recession by restoring tissue that has worn away, protecting your teeth and improving your smile. This gentle procedure covers exposed roots and helps prevent further recession. It restores both protection and appearance. Covering the roots also improves your smile. Your gumline looks even and healthy. Covered roots help protect your teeth.
Conveniently located near the University of Miami, our Miami practice performs gum grafting with careful, gentle technique and genuine attention to your comfort. Your gums are restored with great care. We work gently and precisely throughout. Your comfort guides every step.
What is Gum Grafting?
Gum grafting is a procedure that restores gum tissue lost to recession, when the gums pull back and expose the roots of the teeth. By adding healthy tissue, grafting covers exposed roots and rebuilds a protective, even gumline. The added tissue shields the vulnerable roots. This protects the teeth from decay and sensitivity. Healthy gums shield the vulnerable roots. This guards against decay and sensitivity.
At SOMI Smile, gum grafting is part of a comprehensive approach to gum health. Recession can be caused by gum disease, aggressive brushing, or genetics, and grafting helps protect the teeth and restore comfort. We address the cause as well as the recession. Treating the source helps prevent it returning. Gentle brushing helps protect your gums.
By covering exposed roots, gum grafting reduces sensitivity, protects against decay and further recession, and improves the look of your smile. Healthy gums make teeth look their best. An even gumline looks balanced and natural. Healthy gums frame your teeth well. An even gumline looks balanced.
Treatment begins with a careful evaluation of your gums and the areas of recession. The area is fully numbed for your comfort, and Dr. Janet Gonzalez gently places the grafting tissue to cover the exposed roots. The area is treated with great care. We explain the aftercare clearly as you heal. Recovery is usually smooth and quick. We then explain aftercare clearly as the area heals. Your comfort guides every step, which is exactly how periodontal care should feel in Miami.
Benefits of Gum Grafting
Gum grafting treats recession and rebuilds a healthy, protective gumline. Some of the key benefits include:
Treats Gum Recession
Grafting restores tissue lost to recession. This rebuilds a healthy, protective gumline. The new tissue covers the exposed roots. This rebuilds a protective, even gumline.
Reduces Sensitivity
Covering exposed roots eases sensitivity to hot and cold. Many patients feel more comfortable afterward. Covering the roots eases everyday sensitivity. Hot and cold become far more comfortable.
Protects Your Teeth
Exposed roots are vulnerable to decay and further recession. Grafting protects the teeth from harm. Shielded roots are far less vulnerable. Protecting them helps prevent further recession.
Improves Your Smile
Restoring an even gumline enhances your smile’s appearance. Your gums look healthier and more balanced. An even gumline looks healthier. Your gums appear balanced and well cared for.
Gentle, Precise Procedure
We plan and perform grafting carefully for your comfort. Most patients find the experience easier than expected.
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Why Choose SOMI Smile
At SOMI Smile, we believe quality dental care begins with trust, transparency, and genuine connection. Patients across Miami choose us for gum grafting because:
- We treat recession to protect your teeth and gums
- We use precise, gentle technique for your comfort
- We focus on natural-looking, healthy results
- We use thorough numbing so you stay comfortable
- We explain aftercare clearly as you heal
- We deliver attentive periodontal care in a welcoming Miami practice
Our goal is to help you feel comfortable and confident while we restore a healthy, protective gumline for your smile.
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Gum Grafting FAQs
What causes gum recession?
Gum recession can be caused by gum disease, aggressive brushing, grinding, genetics, or simply age. It exposes the roots of the teeth and can lead to sensitivity and decay. Our Miami team can evaluate your gums and recommend treatment to protect them. Catching recession early makes care simpler. Acting promptly protects your teeth. Early care keeps recession from worsening.
Does gum grafting hurt?
The procedure is performed with thorough numbing, so most patients are comfortable throughout. Any mild tenderness afterward usually settles quickly with simple care. Our Miami team takes great care to keep you comfortable and explains exactly what to expect.
How long is recovery after gum grafting?
Most patients heal within a couple of weeks, with mild tenderness that gradually improves. Following the aftercare instructions, such as eating soft foods, helps the gums heal smoothly. Our Miami team provides clear guidance and checks on your progress. Recovery is usually smooth within a couple of weeks.
Where does the graft tissue come from?
Graft tissue often comes from the roof of your mouth or from another safe, well-established source, and we will discuss the most appropriate option for you. Each is chosen to support healthy healing. Our Miami team will explain your options clearly so you feel comfortable. Each source is chosen for safe healing. We explain your options so you feel comfortable. You are part of every decision. We keep you informed throughout. Every step is explained clearly.
Can gum recession come back after grafting?
Once treated, grafted tissue is typically stable, and good oral care helps prevent further recession. Gentle brushing and routine visits make a real difference. Our Miami team will guide you on protecting your gums so the results last. Gentle brushing keeps recession from returning. Routine visits help the results last.
Do I need gum grafting in Miami?
You may need gum grafting if your gums have receded and exposed the roots of your teeth, causing sensitivity or risk of decay. Treating recession protects your teeth. It also restores a healthy, even gumline. The best way to know is an evaluation at SOMI Smile in Miami, where we assess your gums and recommend the right care for you.
