Soft Tissue Grafting | Batavia

Rebuilding Your Smile’s Natural Frame

A few months ago, Jennifer visited my Batavia practice concerned about her receding gumline. Her teeth appeared longer, she was experiencing sensitivity, and she worried about the health of her teeth long-term. After examining her condition, I recommended soft tissue grafting to restore her gum health and protect her tooth roots. The transformation was not just functional but aesthetic – her smile regained its youthful appearance and her sensitivity disappeared. At Marco V. Colella, DMD, PLLC, soft tissue grafting has become one of our most rewarding procedures. Drawing on my 12 years of dental expertise serving Batavia residents, I’ve helped countless patients restore both the health and appearance of their gums, addressing issues from recession to thin tissue types that put teeth at risk. This delicate procedure requires precision and artistry to achieve natural-looking results that last.

Precision Techniques for Gum Restoration

Soft tissue grafting is a specialized periodontal procedure designed to augment areas where gum tissue has receded or is naturally thin. During the procedure, we carefully place healthy donor tissue onto areas of recession, where it integrates with your existing gums to provide additional coverage and thickness. Depending on your specific situation, the donor tissue may come from your own palate (autograft) or from carefully screened biocompatible donor sources (allograft). Using microsurgical techniques and magnification, we create minimal incisions that heal quickly with less discomfort than traditional methods. The grafting process not only covers exposed tooth roots but also thickens the surrounding tissue to prevent future recession. For patients with sensitivity due to exposed roots, grafting often provides immediate relief by covering these vulnerable areas. The procedure is typically performed using local anesthesia with sedation options available for anxious patients. Most cases can be completed in a single visit, with healing times ranging from 1-2 weeks for initial recovery and 4-6 weeks for complete tissue integration.

Biological Enhancement for Superior Results

What sets our soft tissue grafting approach apart is our integration of advanced biological techniques that significantly improve healing and tissue quality. We frequently incorporate PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin) from a small blood sample taken during your appointment to enhance graft success and accelerate healing. This concentrated healing matrix provides growth factors that stimulate tissue regeneration and blood vessel formation in the grafted area. Our practice utilizes tension-free closure techniques that minimize discomfort and reduce the risk of graft displacement during healing. For patients with extensive recession, we employ the tunnel technique—a minimally invasive approach that allows for treatment of multiple teeth through smaller incisions, resulting in less discomfort and improved aesthetics. We design each graft not just for functional coverage but with careful attention to the natural contours and appearance of healthy gums. Many patients are surprised to discover that properly performed soft tissue grafting can take years off their smile’s appearance by restoring the natural gum frame that tends to recede with age. For those concerned about discomfort, our enhanced recovery protocols and precise techniques have transformed this once-dreaded procedure into one that most patients report as being far more comfortable than anticipated.

Restore Your Gum Health Today

If you’ve noticed receding gums, increased tooth sensitivity, or been told you need gum grafting, don’t wait until recession progresses further. Contact our Batavia dental office today to schedule a consultation and discover how soft tissue grafting can protect your dental health and enhance your smile’s appearance.