What To Know About Gum Grafting

Dr. Zuch specializes in the latest gum grafting techniques to treat receding gums.

Receding gums are more of a problem for people than you might think. Not only does this problem impact the appearance of your smile, but it can also lead to increased tooth sensitivity and discomfort. There are many reasons why you might be dealing with receding gums, but if you are, know that our Scottsdale, AZ, board-certified periodontist Dr. Jason Zuch offers the most advanced and minimally invasive gum grafting techniques to treat this issue.

What causes receding gums?

While gum disease is often the most common reason, it isn’t the only reason someone may be dealing with gum recession. Other causes include,

• Poor hygiene
• Overly aggressive brushing
• Hormonal fluctuations
• Crooked, misaligned bites
• Genetics

If gum disease is the cause, it is important that you take care of the issue as soon as possible, as untreated gum disease can lead to tooth and bone loss.

How are receding gums treated?

Here at Zuch Periodontics, we believe in providing the most innovative and latest gum grafting techniques to our Scottsdale, AZ, patients. This is why we are proud to offer the Pinhole Surgical Technique, which allows us to treat receding gums without scalpels, stitches or skin grafting. Instead, Dr. Zuch will make a “pinhole-sized” opening in the gums to carefully move the receding gumline back to its ideal position. This will also cover any exposed tooth roots to reduce sensitivity you might be experiencing.

Before the procedure is performed, we will thoroughly numb the area with local anesthesia before making a small opening in the gums. With this minimally invasive technique we are able to treat up to 14 teeth at a time, making it a more efficient treatment. The procedure can often be completed in just two hours, depending on the extent of the gum recession.

Is the Pinhole Surgical Technique right for me?

If you are someone who is dealing with receding gums that impact your appearance and cause tooth sensitivity, then this gum recession treatment might be right for you. This is also a great alternative for patients who would like to avoid traditional surgery in order to correct gum recession.

If gum recession is impacting your oral health, then it’s time to sit down with our Scottsdale, AZ, periodontist Dr. Zuch to find out if gum grafting is right for you. To schedule an appointment with the team at Zuch Periodontics & Dental Implants, simply call (602) 889-8666 today.