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Gum surgery is when an incision is made into the gum. Different types of gum surgeries exist and they all accomplish different purposes. Most remedy the effects of gum disease but one, crown lengthening, can be cosmetic. Gum surgery can be as simple as restitching gums to reattach to teeth or as complicated as a gum graft. It depends on each case.
A gum graft is when the oral surgeon takes material from the roof of your mouth and uses it to cover areas where gums are diseased. This protects teeth roots.
Crown lengthening is when the oral surgeon removes excess gum tissue to create more tooth surface for a crown or filling. It can also be used to reduce a “gummy” smile.
Receding gums are sometimes surgically reattached to teeth in homes they return to their original position.
Gum surgery can protect oral health
because gums are an important part of
teeth health.
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss.
Gum disease can be treated early to
avoid gum surgery.
Many people don’t think about gum health when they go to the dentist. At Lumora, we know gums are an important part of overall oral health so we have many services that heal gums. Part of those are gum surgeries. They can restore gums and protect your teeth. Most have minimal discomfort. Healing can take from two weeks to three months, depending on the procedure.
