If you've recently been told by your dentist or gum doctor (periodontist) that you need a gum graft, don't panic. Gum surgery sounds worse than it is. A gum graft may be necessary to protect your ...

Gum graft surgery treats gum recession, which occurs when the gums recede, exposing the roots of the teeth. Also known as gingival resection or gingival graft, this surgery involves removing gum ...

utm_source=GNW Synthetic ... In order to graft (attach) more bone material to the jaw, a dentist or oral surgeon creates an incision in the jaw. If a person has gum disease or has lost one or ...