Connective Tissue Grafts/Gingival Reconstruction

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The patient said he "had a fang". His gingival asymmetry and lack of any attached gingiva necessitated gingival regeneration.

A connective tissue graft achieves root coverage, new attachment with a 2mm sulcus, good cosmetic blending and a wide band of attached gingiva.

Root decay and recession created sensitivity, no attached gingiva and a cosmetic defect.

All root decay is removed; the root was smoothed and treated with acid and a connective tissue graft was placed. Minimal sulcus depth with new attachment, a wide band of attached gingiva and a good cosmetic blending was achieved. Now no restoration is needed.

The small amount of gum tissue remaining was unattached from the tooth.

A connective tissue graft with acid demineralization root preparation brought new gingiva back to the crown margin creating a wide band of protective gingiva, new attachment and good cosmetic blending.

The thin delicate tissue receded rapidly with inflammation.

A connective tissue graft brought back the lost gingiva with 100% root coverage, new attachment, good thickness and color blending.

Multiple areas of recession made the patient self-conscious and did not smile as a result.

A connective tissue graft brought back enough gum tissue so that orthodontic straightening and crowns could recreate a proud smile.

The patient had a congenitally missing lateral incisor (#7) with the cuspid (#6) orthodontically moved into the space. Multiple restorations were placed with ongoing recession resulting in an asymmetric smile.

The restorations were reduced and gum tissue was added to create symmetry.

Effie had plastic fillings to cover over her recession, however the plastic fillings do not stop the recession, nor do they have good bond strength. Her dentist would like to place veneers, but the teeth are too long.

After gingival reconstruction, Effie's dentist can now place veneers with the normal size and shape.

Michael was referred for his severe gum recession. Michael provides a detailed account of his surgery under Testimonials. Michael required gingival augmentation as well as removal of some of the over extended crowns in the upper anterior portion of his mouth.

Six weeks following gingival augmentation.

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