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Our oral health is just as dependent on our gums as our teeth because they play a major role in keeping our pearly whites safe and secure. Sometimes gum disease results in a receding gumline which can damage teeth if left unaddressed. Our gums don\u2019t grow back naturally, so it\u2019s important to call your dentist if you\u2019ve found yourself in this circumstance. They can bulk up your gums with a procedure called gum grafting<\/a>. If your dentist has recommended this treatment and you don\u2019t know what to expect, keep reading to learn more about what it is and how it works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Why Do I Need A Gum Graft?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A receding gum line is usually due to underlying gum disease. Debris from the food we eat can attract unhealthy germs that stick to our teeth and form plaque. Sometimes, they penetrate our gums and flourish, resulting in infection. Our gums pull away from our teeth to avoid this, which is called \u201creceding\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Without our gums, the vulnerable roots of our teeth become exposed to harmful bacteria and infection. These dangerous microbes can work their way through your tooth and all the way into your jawbone. Over time, if your gums pull back too far, the teeth no longer have sufficient support and there\u2019s a real risk of tooth loss. Nobody wants that!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is A Gum Graft?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Thankfully, your dentist can address your receding gumline with a gum graft. During this surgical procedure, they will carefully place tissue from inside your mouth (often the roof of the mouth or inside of your cheek) over the areas where the gums have pulled away from your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In most cases, your dentist will use a local anesthetic, so you don\u2019t experience any discomfort during the process. If you\u2019re anxious, they may recommend sedation so that you can remain relaxed and calm throughout your visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After Treatment Care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll be given specific instructions for how to best care for your mouth following your gum graft. You can expect to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n