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Question:
Past Gum Surgery Didn't Work: My dentist wanted me to have gum surgery for receding gums that I have on some of my teeth before she would put braces on me.
I had the surgery about 7 years ago and then got my braces. I have had my braces off for over 2 years now and my gums still haven't filled in at all.
I was wondering if I should have the surgery again or what other options there were? I had the gum grafting surgery where the graft was taken from the roof of my mouth and laid down on my gums so that they would shift down and into the areas needed.
Receding gums run in my family so is there any hope for me? ... Visitor from MO
Answer:
While it sounds like your orthodontist was conscientious, sometimes things don't always work out ideally.
I would get an opinion from the periodontist that did the origninal grafting. Ask if they use Alloderm or other grafting materials without harvesting from your palate.
If need be, get a second opinion. Grafting is a very successful procedure in the right hands but that doesn't mean there can't be a failure or set back along the way.
Make sure you are using a gentle rotary brush like Braun or Sonicare and dont' overwork the area to promote recession. Best of luck.
Wisconsin Reconstructive Implant Dentistry
Richard Winter, DDS MAGD
Winter Dental Associates
5323 W. Hampton Avenue
Milwaukee Wisconsin WI 53218
(414) 464-9021
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