AlloDerm® Gingival Grafts
Restore Receding Gums and Protect Your Smile
Your gums play an important role in protecting your teeth. When gum recession occurs, the protective tissue around your teeth can be lost, exposing the tooth roots and increasing the risk of sensitivity, decay, and further damage.
At Spa Dentaire Laurier, we offer advanced gum grafting treatments using AlloDerm®, an innovative option designed to restore receding gums while avoiding the need to remove tissue from another area of your mouth.
What Causes Gum Recession?
Gum recession happens when the gum tissue surrounding your teeth pulls away, exposing the roots of your teeth. This can affect both the health and appearance of your smile.
Common causes of gum recession include:
- Periodontal (gum) disease
- Genetics
- Misaligned teeth
- Excessive teeth clenching or grinding
- Aggressive brushing or trauma to the gums
When gum recession is left untreated, exposed tooth roots can become sensitive to hot and cold foods, more prone to cavities, and may affect the overall appearance of your smile.
Why Consider Gum Grafting?
Healthy gums provide a protective barrier against bacteria and everyday wear. Gum grafting helps rebuild lost gum tissue, protect exposed tooth roots, reduce sensitivity, and improve the appearance of an uneven gum line.
What Is an AlloDerm® Gingival Graft?
Traditionally, gum grafting involved taking tissue from the roof of the mouth (palate) and placing it over areas where gum tissue had been lost. While effective, this approach required an additional surgical site and could result in increased discomfort during healing.
With AlloDerm®, Dr. Comeau can restore receding gums without the need to remove tissue from your palate.
AlloDerm® is a regenerative tissue matrix that supports your body’s natural healing process and helps create healthy, natural-looking gum tissue. It has been used successfully in dental procedures, as well as reconstructive and plastic surgery treatments.
Benefits of AlloDerm® Gum Grafting
No Additional Surgical Site
Avoid the need for tissue removal from the roof of the mouth, which can make the procedure more comfortable.
Treat Multiple Teeth
AlloDerm® can be used to treat several areas of gum recession, allowing more extensive treatment when needed.
Customized Treatment
The graft material can be shaped and adapted to your specific needs to support successful results.
Fewer Appointments
For patients requiring treatment on multiple teeth, AlloDerm® may reduce the number of appointments needed compared to traditional techniques.
Restore Your Gum Health and Confidence
If you are experiencing gum recession, tooth sensitivity, or concerns about the appearance of your smile, gum grafting with AlloDerm® may be an effective solution.
Your Healthier Smile Starts Here
At Spa Dentaire Laurier, we combine advanced periodontal techniques with a focus on patient comfort to help restore the health, function, and appearance of your smile.
Contact us today to schedule your consultation and learn if AlloDerm® gingival grafting is right for you.