Root Coverage at Newhouse Periodontics
Periodontal regeneration at Newhouse Periodontics includes root coverage, otherwise known as a connective tissue graft. A Board Certified periodontist, Dr. Nancy Newhouse is a full-time periodontal specialist with decades of experience helping patients with root coverage regeneration and restoring confidence in smiles.
What is Root Coverage?
Unfortunately, not everyone will have picture-perfect gums their whole lives. While some were born with excess or little gum tissue, others will lose gum tissue naturally as they age, or from poor dental hygiene, periodontal disease, tobacco use, brushing too hard, or orthodontic treatment among other reasons. Losing gum tissue, also known as gum recession, can be painful as it exposes the tooth root as well as disfiguring because of “long-looking” teeth.
Exposed tooth roots can cause extreme pain and sensitivity and a hot spot for bacteria to accumulate and cause disease, whether periodontal (gum) disease or decay. Exposed roots are also more easily eroded which can cause structural damage to the teeth, weakening them, and in extreme cases, resulting in tooth loss.
Root coverage, or gum grafting, is a procedure where either donor tissue from other parts of your mouth or processed connective tissue is placed over receding gums to cover the exposed tooth or root. Not every root coverage is the same. Each procedure is unique to each patient’s needs and wants. Ultimately, root coverage regenerative procedures are done to cover the roots, protect them against decay, decrease sensitivity, make teeth easier to clean (less surface area), and make teeth more attractive.
Root Coverage Procedures at Newhouse Periodontics
Whether your gums are receding from tobacco use, periodontal disease, destructive tooth brushing, years of neglecting dental care, orthodontic care, or atrophy, Newhouse Periodontics offers a root coverage regenerative procedure that protects your teeth from decay, further gum loss, and increased tooth comfort while protecting and reinstilling confidence in your smile.
Regeneration of Tooth Root Coverage
Dr. Newhouse, a Board Certified Periodontist, has undergone extensive training in advanced gum grafting techniques that can rebuild lost or thin gum tissue. A tooth root coverage regenerative procedure can recover exposed tooth roots, helping to prevent decay and reduce tooth sensitivity. Dr. Newhouse and the Newhouse Perio staff offer advanced tooth root coverage procedures that will make you feel better and give you back that picture-perfect smile!
What to Expect
At Newhouse Periodontics, our approach to regenerative tooth root coverage is personalized, patient-centered, and focuses on comfort, precision, and long-term health. Dr. Newhouse employs advanced techniques and technologies to ensure each procedure is as effective and pain-free as possible.
- Comprehensive Assessment: Before any procedure, Dr. Newhouse initially assesses your oral health using advanced imaging and diagnostic tools to understand the extent of the problem and plan the best approach to solve it. She will assess areas of root exposure, determine which areas would benefit from root coverage, and which procedures would be best for you.
- Personalized Treatment Plans: Each patient receives a personalized treatment plan tailored to a patient’s specific needs and concerns. The plan includes presurgical preparation, the surgical procedure and post-operative care.
- Minimally Invasive Techniques: When possible, Dr. Newhouse uses minimally invasive techniques to minimize discomfort, and reduce recovery time.
- Post-operative Care and Follow-up: Dr. Newhouse and her staff provide detailed post-operative instructions and follow-up care to ensure uneventful healing after surgery. Such ongoing care is essential to achieving the best results for obtaining and maintaining oral health.
FAQ
You might have additional questions about the process if you’ve never undergone a root coverage procedure. Below are some answers to frequently asked questions about the root coverage procedure, including duration and recovery:
Q: How long does the root coverage procedure last?
A: You can expect your root coverage procedure to last about 1-2 hours from start to finish, depending on the extent of coverage needed (number of teeth to be treated). Dr. Newhouse is expertly skilled in root coverage procedures and works diligently to get you back to your important daily tasks.
Q: What is recovery like for a root coverage procedure?
A: Recovery from a root coverage procedure can take a few weeks for complete healing. Though it’s a quick process, initially you may experience some swelling and some moderate discomfort. Dr. Newhouse will discuss recommendations and prescriptions for an easier recovery.
Q: Will my teeth still be sensitive after healing from a root coverage procedure?
A: Before your procedure, you probably experienced hypersensitivity on the exposed tooth root. Following the root coverage procedure, you should notice a significant improvement in hypersensitivity when brushing, eating, and drinking. Though it may not be fully eliminated, you should see a difference.
Q: How should I care for my teeth following a root coverage procedure?
A: You’ll want to be mindful of the post-operative instructions given. Since regenerative root coverage procedures are essentially a plastic surgery procedure, you will need to avoid disruption of sutures and incision areas and avoid brushing in the treatment area until Dr. Newhouse gives you the “green light” to brush and clean between teeth as usual.
Why Choose Newhouse Periodontics for Root Coverage?
When it comes to your smile and your oral, periodontal, and dental health, trust Newhouse Periodontics. From our team of skilled and knowledgeable dental professionals, Dr. Newhouse’s extensive training and care, and state-of-the-art technology, you’re in great hands here at Newhouse Periodontics. Our patient’s safety and comfort are of the utmost importance and we offer personalized care to meet the needs of every patient.
Schedule Your Appointment with Newhouse Periodontics Today
Are you experiencing hypersensitivity and pain near the gumline? If your gums receding make your teeth look “long” and you’re worried about your smile, book online or call 816-373-6800 today to schedule your appointment. Our staff is here to answer any questions and guide you through the root coverage process. In addition to root coverage, we offer many other services including, but not limited to the the following:
- Dental Implants
- Bone Regeneration
- Tooth Replacement
- LANAP®
- Oral Surgery
- Root coverage
- & so much more!
We look forward to instilling confidence in your oral health and smile!
