In a case of gum recession, does anyone know how much it costs to repair and what the procedures are?

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More specifically on my canine teeth, i was looking in the mirror and noticed some difference in height of the gums compared to my other teeth. I know it can be done to fix, and my dentist has thrown the idea up in the air, but never really considered it...Does anyone know or had this type of experience?...anything is helpful! Although this has not been such a tragic issue for me, I was just curious to know as to how the process works and if its at all beneficial. If anything, I would do this sometime in the future, but again not a red flag situation. Thanks again!

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I would have a general dentist or even a periodontist do this procedure. Never have a hygenist or anything other than the dentist do ANY surgical procedure. Enclosed is what to expect....

Soft Tissue Grafts
Gums can recede for several reasons, including periodontal disease, physical trauma (brushing too hard, too often or with a hard brush), tooth position and aging. If gum recession is severe, some of the tooth's root will be exposed. This can make the tooth sensitive to hot or cold temperatures and more prone to root decay, or may create an appearance problem. Soft-tissue grafts are used to add more gum tissue to prevent further recession, cover the exposed root area, stop the sensitivity and improve the appearance of the tooth. Some people's gums are naturally very thin, which increases the likelihood they will recede. In these cases, a soft-tissue graft may be done to prevent problems in the future.

What It Involves
There are three different types of soft-tissue grafts: free gingival grafts, connective-tissue grafts and pedicle grafts.
--In a free gingival graft, a small strip of flesh is removed from the roof of the mouth. The tissue, called the "graft," is then stitched to the existing gum tissue in the area being treated. This is often used for people who naturally have minimal amounts of gum tissue around their teeth and need to have them enlarged.
--In a connective-tissue graft, a flap is cut in the roof of the mouth, forming a "trap door." The tissue under the flap is removed. The flap is then stitched over the area. The tissue that was removed, known as subepithelial connective tissue, is then slipped under the gum tissue surrounding an exposed root surface and anchored in place with sutures. This is the most commonly used procedure for treating root exposure.
--In a pedicle graft, a flap of tissue from around an adjacent tooth is partially cut away with one edge still attached. The flap, also called a pedicle, is then slid sideways to cover the exposed root, and is stitched in place. A pedicle graft can be more successful than a free gingival graft because at least some of the blood vessels that feed the grafted section remain in place. However, a pedicle graft can be done only if an adjacent tooth has enough gum tissue to "share" with the tooth being treated.
With all of these procedures, many periodontists will use periodontal packing to cover and protect the grafted tissue for the first week or two of healing.

Discomfort Factor
With free grafts and connective-tissue grafts, you will have two wounds, near the tooth and on the roof of your mouth, where the graft tissue was removed. The wound on the palate is often described as feeling like a significant pizza burn. Prescription pain medication can help control discomfort after surgery.

Aftercare
Keeping the mouth clean is important, so unaffected teeth will have to be brushed and flossed as usual. Mouth rinses that contain chlorhexidine usually are prescribed to assist in plaque control during the healing period. Antibiotics may be prescribed, but usually are not.

Side Effects of Treatment
Typically, there are no long-term side effects after soft-tissue grafting. In some cases, the new gum tissue may need some reshaping using a procedure called gingivoplasty to make the gum look as natural as possible.

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In a case of gum recession, does anyone know how much it costs to repair and what the procedures are?
More specifically on my canine teeth, i was looking in the mirror and noticed some difference in height of the gums compared to my other teeth. I know it can be done to fix, and my dentist has thrown the idea up in the air, but never really considered it...Does anyone know or had this type of...

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Hi, I am a dental hygienist in a periodontal office and the procedure you are talking about is a gum graft. The procedure can run from $600-$1000 per tooth. Dental insurance usually covers 50% of this procedure.
What they do is take tissue off the roof of your mouth and suture it over your canines. They put a little packing over this sort of like a bandaid for a week. Then you have the sutures removed after a week. The procedure has a very high success rate.

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Receding Gums Surgery Cost

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I've had tissue grafting done a couple of times. My insurance covered 80% and it was still quite a bit of money out of my pocket. The results were worth it. My receding gumline is no longer a problem, I have less trouble with my teeth and sensitivity.
They periodontist numbed up the areas he as working in, shaves off healthy tissue from the roof, and then grafts it onto the areas that are receding. there are some stitches and a little soreness for a day, but it was no big deal.

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Cosmetic Dentisty or see a hygenist, it could cost between 100 to 1500, depending on the destist diagnois.Most dentist chare way to much for there services, Most offices offer CARE CREDIT plan.

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MUCH DEPENDS ON WHERE THE CEJ (CEMENTO ENAMEL JUNCTION) IS AT. ONLY THE DENTIST CAN DETERMINE THIS.
IF THE EXPOSED ROOT OF THE TOOTH NEEDS COVERAGE, THEN THERE ARE VARIOUS SURGICAL PROCEDURES THAT A PERIODONTIST MAY D TO COVER UP THIS DAMAGE.
THE COST VARIES FROM DR. TO DR.
IF YOU ARE NOT NOTICING THIS WORSEN, DON'T WORRY ABOUT IT. REMEMBER TO ONLY USE A TOOTHBRUSH WITH SOFT BRISTLES. TALK TO YOUR DENTIST ABOUT YOUR OPTIONS.