North York Gum Surgery

Picture your house. Without its foundation, it would crumble to the ground. The same can be said of your gums and your teeth. Your gums and jawbone provide support and a healthy foundation for your teeth. If your support system becomes compromised, so do your teeth. Regular visits to your dentist every six months is also another way to protect your smile against problems like gum disease.

Periodontal (gum) disease is a common problem that is widely prevalent among adults over the age of thirty. Gum disease is an infection that affects the soft tissues and bone that support your teeth. If you leave this infection untreated, the damage progresses and could even result in tooth loss. The truth is, gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults.

The good news, however, is that Dr. Joo has extensive training in treating gum disease and creating healthy smiles, and he can even perform different types of gum surgeries here in our North York dental office instead of having to refer you to a specialist.

As it progresses, gum disease slowly destroys the healthy tissue and bone that support your teeth. An infection in your gums can contribute to recession and result in painful root exposure.

Dr. Joo can eliminate root exposure and gum recession through a procedure called gum grafting. This procedure utilizes healthy gum tissue from another source that Dr. Joo adds to your own, allowing it to heal and integrate with your own gum tissue. It typically takes around two weeks to heal from a gum grafting procedure.

Gum tissue does not regenerate on its own, so gum grafting surgery is an excellent option for restoring lost gum tissue and protecting your teeth once again.

Excess gum tissue can cover your teeth, making your smile appear “gummy” and making your teeth appear shorter or stubbier than they really are. If you have a gummy smile, you might feel self-conscious about it.

Dr. Joo can help you achieve the smile you want by removing the excess gum tissue that is covering your teeth through gum contouring. He combines his skill and artistry to help you uncover the smile that’s been hiding behind your gums. After a short healing period, you’ll be able to enjoy the smile you’ve always wanted.

Procedures like gum surgeries are advanced services that you may not be able to find at other dental practices; however, at Emery Village Dental, we’re proud to offer a full range of dental services you need to restore and protect your smile.

Contact our North York dental office today to learn more about how we can help you.