Types of Receding Gums Surgery

This is a good wish extended your way that hopes you never have to have receding gums surgery. However if your dental situation gets so far out of hand that it does become necessary, don't ever hesitate to have one of these procedures done. Some people will elect to have these things done for purely cosmetic reasons. However the vast majority of people that undergo these procedures do so to save their teeth from gum disease, the most common cause of receding gums. In more severe cases of gum disease when topical and at home treatments aren't effective, these receding gums surgeries can save your dental health.

• scaling and root planting
• regenerative procedure
• soft tissue grafts

Of all of the receding gums surgeries, the scaling and root planting procedure is the least invasive. The dentist's goal here is to remove all traces of gum disease and its bacteria before creating a smooth healthy tooth surface that encourages the gums to reattach to the surface of the teeth. All tartar, plaque, and bacteria are scrapped away from the deep pockets. The dentist then smoothes out any rough or damaged areas. The hope is that with a healthy, clean surface, the gums will gradually grow and cover the areas of the tooth it is supposed to. From there, it is important that the patient practice good dental health practices and report any further problems to the dentist immediately.

The regenerative procedure works much the same way. The biggest difference is that this method is used to regenerate not only the gums, but also heal the damaged bone loss. It is typically performed by adding a topical agent that works with the body to encourage quick regrowth of the bone and gums.

With soft tissue grafts, the patient is in for a more in depth recovery. This procedure involves taking healthy parts of the skin and grafting them in place over the damaged areas of the gums. Of course this happens after all bacteria and viruses have been removed. To fully heal the receding gums, the dentist may have to repeatedly perform the procedure. Many patients complain of discomfort and sensitivity. It's worth it to save your teeth and gums. Having damaged oral health isn't good for your overall health.

With any kind of luck you will never need a receding gums surgery. It's nice to know that there is help if it does become necessary though. Knowing how to cure receding gums, may be the only option once the progession has advanced too far. Of course, prevention is the best way to go and OraMD® is an all natural dental product that can help you keep your teeth and gums healthy and strong. OraMD® can help you prevent everything from receding gums to advanced periodontal disease.