Dental lasers can aid in the treatment of periodontal disease. But did you know we can also use the technology to aid in gum grafts? When people have receding gums, your Encinitas/San Diego, CA, periodontist can offer help with the Pinhole Surgical Technique and laser dentistry!
The Causes of Gum Recession
When people have untreated periodontal disease, the gums can begin to recede, pulling back from the teeth to make teeth appear longer than usual. This exposes portions of the roots not protected by tooth enamel, which increases the risk of tooth decay and infection. You also have a higher risk of periodontitis, the advanced stage of the disease that is linked to tooth loss. When you notice your tissues receding, please see our team right away. Instead of traditional gum grafts, in which we take tissues from other parts of your mouth’s interior, we can offer a more conservative alternative with dental lasers and the Pinhole Surgical Technique.
Laser Dentistry
With the dental lasers, we can make modifications to the gums and underlying tissues and structures as needed. The technology can target areas with precision to prevent damage to healthy tissues. The lack of scalpels and sutures means the area heals quickly too, and the risk of bleeding, infection, and swelling is much lower. The technology allows us to make improvements to your periodontal health in one visit, with the ability to return to your normal routine in as little as 24 to 48 hours in some cases.
The Pinhole Surgical Technique
Once we have prepared the smile with advanced technology we move forward with the Pinhole Surgical Technique. Instead of taking tissues from other parts of your smile, such as the roof of your mouth, we will instead make a miniscule pinhole in the gums near the receded portions. We then add a special collagen material and begin manipulating the tissues to cover the gums. Not only that, but we take time to ensure proper symmetry so you have a healthier and more attractive smile. We can then move forward with managing the disease using preventive and holistic treatments, such as Supportive Periodontal Maintenance or Ozone Therapy.
If you have any questions about laser dentistry or how we help treat recession with the Pinhole Surgical Technique, then contact our team today to learn more and get started. We want to help your smile look good and stay whole!
Schedule Your Appointment for Conservative Gum Grafts
We want to help you obtain results that look natural and boost periodontal health, so you can feel confident and maintain a complete smile. To learn more about improving your smile with dental technology, call Dr. Ann Kania in Encinitas, CA, today at 760-642-0711.