Restore receding gums and protect exposed tooth roots with gum grafting at MR Dental Aesthetics. If you’re experiencing sensitivity, thinning gum tissue, or an uneven gumline, Dr. Mahnaz Rashti helps rebuild healthy gum tissue and support long-term oral health.
Rebuild and Protect Your Gumline
Gum grafting is a periodontal procedure that aims to treat gum recession by covering the exposed tooth roots and rebuilding lost gum tissue. During treatment, healthy tissue is placed over areas where the gums have pulled away, protecting the tooth and supporting long-term stability. Dr. Rashti begins by numbing the area and preparing the affected site. The graft is then secured into place, allowing new tissue to integrate as the area heals and strengthens.
Benefits of Gum Grafting:
- Protects exposed tooth roots from decay and damage
- Reduces tooth sensitivity caused by recession
- Helps prevent further gum and bone loss
- Improves the appearance of the gumline
- Supports long-term oral health and tooth stability
The Gum Grafting Process
Your visit begins with Dr. Rashti examining your gums, measuring the depth of recession, and confirming which teeth need coverage. After numbing the area, she creates a small opening in the gum tissue and thoroughly cleans the exposed tooth roots to remove bacteria and debris. A thin layer of healthy grafting tissue is carefully shaped to match your natural gumline and positioned over the recessed area.
Once the graft is in place, Dr. Rashti secures it with fine sutures and repositions the surrounding gum tissue to fully cover and protect the graft. This allows blood supply to reach the new tissue so it can integrate and heal properly. You’ll leave with detailed instructions on eating, cleaning, and activity restrictions to help ensure successful healing and long-term stability.
Gum Grafting FAQs
Does gum grafting hurt?
During the procedure, the area is fully numbed, so you should not feel any pain. Afterward, it’s normal to experience mild soreness, swelling, or tenderness for a few days. These symptoms are well managed with prescribed or over-the-counter medications.
How long does recovery take?
Most patients feel significantly better within one to two weeks. Initial swelling usually subsides within the first few days, and the graft begins to integrate as healing progresses. Complete healing continues over several weeks.
What foods can I eat after treatment?
You must follow a diet of soft, cool foods such as yogurt, smoothies, eggs, mashed potatoes, and pasta for the initial recovery period. You should avoid crunchy, hard, spicy, or hot foods until Dr. Rashti clears you to return to a normal diet.
How do I care for my mouth after the procedure?
You’ll be asked to avoid brushing or flossing directly on the treated area initially. An antibacterial rinse may be recommended, and you can gently clean the surrounding teeth as instructed.
Can gum recession come back?
While grafting restores lost tissue, maintaining good oral hygiene and avoiding aggressive brushing are essential to prevent future recession.
Why You Should Choose Us
MR Dental Aesthetics is a boutique practice where your care is never rushed or standardized. Dr. Rashti takes the time to truly listen, educate, and design a treatment plan tailored specifically to your needs. We focus on precision, comfort, and long-term oral health. If you’re considering gum grafting, schedule a consultation with Dr. Rashti to explore your personalized options.
