
Did you know that periodontal disease affects nearly half of all American adults? This bacterial infection of the gum tissue, left untreated, can greatly affect the appearance of your mouth for the worse. In particular, as the disease progresses, the gingival tissue recedes which exposes the underlying roots of your teeth. Sufferers of the disease may develop feelings of embarrassment when observing themselves in a mirror. If you find yourself looking “long in the tooth,” know that a solution to heal your appearance is available!
Gum grafting can take the healthy portion of your tissue and attach your gumline to its original level after experiencing recession. In addition to returning your self-confidence in your facial features, gum grafting will provide further stability to your periodontal health. This can help prevent future damage to your smile, such as the loss of a tooth, which would greatly impact your grin. Your Cerritos, CA dentist happily provides periodontal grafting solutions that can restore the appearance of your gumline.
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