Gum Grafting Melbourne
Gum Recession occurs when the gums start to strip away from the neck of the tooth. It recedes down and exposes the roots of the tooth. The Smile Designer Dental Studio team located in Melbourne understand that this can be both a cosmetic and a functional problem. Our well located dental clinic is on the border of Thornbury and Preston, and our team are here to help listen to your concerns.
We have created our dental studios in a warm and relaxing environment. A place where our experienced team of dentists can ease your nerves and guide you through all your options and costs. Our goal is show you all your options, so that you are well informed to make the best decision for yourself.
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FAQ’S About Gum Grafting
A gum graft is a type of dental surgery that is performed to correct the effects of gum recession. It is a relatively quick and simple surgery, where healthy gum tissue is removed from the roof of your mouth and it is used to build the gum back up where it has receded.
Some people have very thin gums, that get stripped away over time due to forces from tooth brush abrasion or just from functional forces. Others don’t have enough bone to support the teeth. History of previous trauma, Orthodontic Treatment, and Gum disease can contribution to your receding gums as well.
When the gums strip away, the teeth can start to get sensitive. The gums can start to become inflamed and painful. Your smile can start to look aesthetically displeasing, and there can be future bone and tooth loss.
This will depend on the type of gum graft performed. If there is soft tissue removed from the palate, then this area can be uncomfortable for a few days following the procedure.
Gums Grafts should fully heal within one or two weeks. Follow up appointments are necessary to review the success and healing of the procedure. While most gum grafts last a significant period of time, the main issue is treating the underlying issue as to why the gums had receded in the first place.
Gum Grafting can range in costs depending on the number of teeth involved and the type of procedure and grafting being used. Sometimes, a gum grafting procedure is performed as part of a bigger procedure such as a Smile Makeover or Dental Implants. At The Smile Designer, we will go through all your options and costs once we have reviewed your case. Payment options can be discussed as well.
We are located in Melbourne at 118-120 High street, Thornbury. We are on the border of Thornbury and South Preston, close to Bell Street, and just a stones throw away from surrounding suburbs like Northcote, Brunswick, Preston and Heidelberg.
Meet the Team
Dr Dev Boparoy
Dr Madeleine Duff
Why Choose The Smile Designer
We have helped numerous people in Melbourne and the surrounding suburbs with our high-quality care and superior service to achieve optimal results. Our dentists take great pride in not only restoring your smile and keeping it healthy, but also educating our patients about their oral health. It is important to us that we create the best foundation in ensuring our patients have full clarity and transparency in understanding their treatment plans.We have invested in state of the art technology to provide you with quality and peace of mind. Cosmetic dentistry has become increasingly popular. Ultimately who doesn’t want a smile that shines with confidence? Being at the forefront of cosmetic dentistry, we combine advanced technology, an artistic eye with extensive experience alongside ethical practice to ensure you are in the most capable and experienced hands. When you choose the Smile Designer, our dental clinic offers renowned dentistry because of the following:INSTAGRAM @