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Query: Hello doctor,I have gum recession in my lower front tooth, and my dentist advised against gum grafting. What are the alternatives or options available to address this issue? Kindly let me know.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome back to icliniq.com. Please go for extraction followed by fixed dental prosthesis placement after 15 to 20 days. Splinting with root canal treatment can be done but the prognosis seems questionable so please go by my instructions. Thank you. Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,I am concerned about the tooth roots exposed after undergoing the placement of a gum graft and would like to know the answers to the following questions regarding braces treatment.What is the amount of bone needed to be suitable for braces?What are the treatment options other than surge... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to Icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. I have answered the questions. There is no objective measure of how much bone is needed. But usually above 50% of normal is still suggestable for orthodontic treatment. It also depends on whether it is generalized or localized, horizonta... Read Full »
Is it concerning that my suture for gum graft loosen before removal?
Query: Hello doctor, I had alloderm gum graft surgery on July 2nd. The sutures are nondissolvable. They became loss yesterday and this morning I noticed that the edge of a suture is loose. There is no bleeding and a very mild discomfort. The facial swelling has resolved. I do not have a fever. The gum is... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I had gone through your question I can understand your concern. If the gap between graft and the normal gingival tissue is not visible then there is no issue. If there is a breach between two you will need the doctor consultation. As you have not uploaded any picture, I... Read Full »
Why are the stitches in my mouth coming loose?
Query: Hi doctor, I had gum graft surgery a couple of days ago. Now, the swelling has gone down around the graft site. I am noticing that some of my stitches on one side are loose and coming out. Should I be worried about this? There is no bleeding. Otherwise, it appears to be healing. I have attached phot... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The suture or stitches are self-dissolving, they will get loosen and dissolve in the course of time. I have seen the pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The gum grafts are adequately placed and tight as required. You do not need to worry about it.... Read Full »
Is graft necessary for gum recession?
Query: Hi doctor, I have gum recession due to bruxism and aggressive brushing. None of my gum measurements are over 3. Should I get a gum graft now or should I wait? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is better get gum graft now (gingival graft). Also, it will be better if you get a mouthguard for bruxism and wear them permanently except while eating. Read Full »
What is triple attachment gum graft?
Query: Hi doctor, Six weeks ago, I had gum graft. I was told that it could take three months or longer to grow to the maximum. He mentioned it as triple attachment. He tried to explain it, but I did not understand it. In gum grafting, what does triple attachment mean? He also said that, if did not totally ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Triple attachment graft means when the graft consists of three items, namely cancellous bone, cortical bone and gingiva. Some places where the graft is required there is loss of bone too. So, some bone material is also required. The bone is of two types in the jaws. The... Read Full »