What is the benefit of having a soft-tissue graft for gum recession?

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A soft-tissue graft covers the exposed root and helps to prevent additional gum recession. It can also help eliminate gum sensitivity and improve the look of your tooth.

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“A chronic infection leads to chronic inflammation and an immune system that’s in overdrive all the time,” says Nancy Newhouse, DDS, MS, a board-certi...

American Dental Association

The only type of periodontal disease that can be cured is gingivitis, which can be reversed with tre...

Yasaman S. Roland, DDS

Yes. If one has a misaligned bite, trauma from the bite can injure the teeth and the surrounding tis...

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Periodontitis

If you leave gingivitis untreated, it may spread to the ligaments and bones below the gums, becoming periodontitis. The bacterial inflammation causes teeth to lose support. Eventually the teeth will become loose and fall out. Sometimes the infection becomes so severe that it can cause a tooth abscess. This can be quite painful. Antibiotics can help, and treatment for the general condition includes cleaning and improved oral hygiene.

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