{"id":104,"date":"2022-07-22T01:18:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-22T01:18:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.txdentalsurgery.com\/blog\/?p=104"},"modified":"2022-07-22T01:18:00","modified_gmt":"2022-07-22T01:18:00","slug":"gum-grafting-and-gum-disease-therapy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wisdom-oms.com\/blog\/gum-grafting-and-gum-disease-therapy\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Gum Grafting Painful?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-105 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wisdom-oms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/gum-disease-5-300x223.jpg\" alt=\"Patient needing gum grafting\" width=\"300\" height=\"223\" \/>Your gum health is equally important as your teeth. Unfortunately, you can lose gum tissue for various reasons, like an infection, aggressive brushing habits, or trauma. If there isn\u2019t enough tissue to cover the tooth roots, you may need gum grafting. It can be included in gum disease therapy for patients with advanced stages of the infection. If your dentist has recommended gum grafting, you don\u2019t need to be concerned about a painful procedure. Here\u2019s what you can expect while on the road to a healthy smile.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who Needs Gum Grafting?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.txdentalsurgery.com\/gum-tissue-grafting.html\">Gum grafting<\/a> is recommended for patients who have exposed tooth roots, which can result from aggressive brushing habits or a hard-bristled toothbrush. Often, patients with advanced gum disease require grafting to repair damage caused by the infection. Without restoring the gum tissue, it can cause bone and tooth loss. Gum grafting restores a healthy gum line and covers the roots to protect them from bacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Gum Grafting?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gum grafting is a minor surgical procedure used to restore a healthy, attractive gum line. An anesthetic will be used to keep you comfortable while a small piece of tissue is grafted onto the treatment area. Your dentist will use tissue from the roof of your mouth or a donor to stitch over the exposed root.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although you won\u2019t have any discomfort, it\u2019s normal for your gums to be a little tender for a few days. Don\u2019t worry, your dentist will explain your aftercare instructions to keep you comfortable while your mouth heals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recovering from Gum Grafting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thanks to new techniques and technologies, pain after gum grafting surgery is minimal, especially if you follow a few aftercare instructions, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Control any bleeding by placing gauze on either side of the surgery location, but don\u2019t put it directly on top of the healing tissue.<\/li><li>Avoid strenuous physical activity for at least 24 hours to prevent pain and inflammation.<\/li><li>Avoid hot, cold, or acidic foods and drinks for a few days.<\/li><li>Eat softer foods for the first week. Introduce your regular diet gradually, but avoid chips, taco shells, and other hard foods that can affect healing.<\/li><li>Rinse your mouth with water the day of the surgery, but don\u2019t brush your teeth.<\/li><li>After you\u2019ve been given the go-ahead to resume brushing, don\u2019t brush near the graft for one month.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Rinse with salt water to keep your mouth clean by removing anything left behind by your toothbrush. It will also reduce pain and inflammation.<\/li><li>Take an OTC pain reliever to manage your discomfort.<\/li><li>Maintain any follow-up appointments with your dentist.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a couple of weeks, you\u2019ll be recovered from your grafting procedure. You\u2019ll enjoy lasting results for a healthy, beautiful smile you\u2019ll be proud to share with the world.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>About Dr. John-Michael Stewart<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.txdentalsurgery.com\/meet-dr-stewart.html\">Dr. Stewart <\/a>earned his dental degree from Boston University before continuing his education in oral surgery, dental implants, and many other advanced specialties. He combines the art and science of dentistry to deliver high-quality care. If you have advanced periodontal disease, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.txdentalsurgery.com\/contact-us.html\">contact our office<\/a> today to request your consultation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Your gum health is equally important as your teeth. Unfortunately, you can lose gum tissue for various reasons, like an infection, aggressive brushing habits, or trauma. If there isn\u2019t enough tissue to cover the tooth roots, you may need gum grafting. It can be included in gum disease therapy for patients with advanced stages of the infection. If your dentist has recommended gum grafting, you don\u2019t need to be concerned about a painful procedure. Here\u2019s what you can expect while on the road to a healthy smile.\u00a0 <a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wisdom-oms.com\/blog\/gum-grafting-and-gum-disease-therapy\/\">(Read More)<\/a>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-104","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.0 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>What to Know About Gum Grafting and Gum Disease Therapy<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Gum disease therapy can save your smile from the infection. 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