Gum Recession & Grafting
When there is gum recession, the root of the tooth often shows and is unsightly. Gum grafting is needed to restore health, but root coverage may also be desired to improve appearance. This is generally accomplished with a connective tissue graft, dermis grafts, or the use of tooth development proteins, which help provide new attached gingiva while covering the root surface.








Root coverage of upper premolars, left and right


Unsightly anterior recession


Recession corrected with root coverage procedure
