Treat areas of gum recession by adding soft tissue coverage around exposed tooth roots and supporting a healthier gumline.
At Richmond Dental Centre, connective tissue grafting is available as part of our surgical dentistry services for patients who may benefit from added gum tissue around one or more teeth.
A connective tissue graft typically involves taking tissue, commonly from the palate, and placing it over an area where the gums have receded. The graft helps cover exposed root surfaces and adds tissue to the affected area.
Treatment is planned according to the location and extent of gum recession and the condition of the surrounding tissues.
Assessment: Your dentist evaluates the receded area and determines whether soft-tissue grafting is appropriate.
Donor Tissue: Donor connective tissue is typically sourced from the roof of the mouth.
Graft Placement: The tissue is positioned over the area of recession and secured so it can heal with the surrounding gums.
Healing: Both the grafted site and donor area require time to heal. You will receive instructions for protecting the surgical areas.
Follow-Up: The sites are checked as healing progresses and home-care instructions are adjusted as needed.
Our office is located at 8211 Cook Road in Richmond, BC, and Richmond Dental Centre welcomes new patients, walk-ins, and dental emergencies.
Call 604-273-3368 to request an appointment or discuss whether connective tissue graft may be appropriate for your needs.
It is used to address gum recession by adding tissue over areas where tooth roots have become exposed.
Connective tissue is typically taken from beneath the surface layer of the roof of the mouth.
Both are gum-grafting procedures, but they use different tissue approaches and may be selected for different clinical goals.
Yes. Connective tissue grafting is listed among Richmond Dental Centre’s surgical dentistry services.
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Richmond Dental Centre proudly accepts the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), helping eligible patients access the dental care they need. For out-of-pocket costs, we also accept credit cards, debit cards and mobile payment options for added convenience.
Richmond Dental Centre has been part of the Richmond community for decades, caring for generations of local patients and families. We value the long-term relationships we build and aim to be the dental office your family can rely on through every stage of life.
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Richmond Dental Centre accepts the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), helping eligible patients access covered dental services. Our team can help you understand how your CDCP coverage applies to your dental care.
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