Gum recession affects people for many reasons, but the treatments for this issue can be limiting. Gum recession can cause long term problems to your teeth. These include deterioration of the root structure, pain and sensitivity to eating or drinking certain foods, and higher chance for cavities. For most individuals, gum grafting is the only solution for gum recession. However, gum grafting may not be the best for certain cases. For one, people may not be willing to commit to the amount of time needed for sufficient healing of gum tissue. Others may feel uncomfortable about utilizing your own gums from another area in your mouth.
If you are looking for something that doesn’t involve the use of your own tissue, then consider Alloderm Reverse Tunneling (ART). This can offer a viable alternative to traditional gum grafting. To learn more about this treatment, keep reading this post from a periodontist in Frisco!
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