Question 1

can you smoke after soft tissue graft?

Accepted Answer

Shouldn't: It will delay wound healing quite a bit.

Question 2

does anyone know the cost of a soft tissue graft?

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(Very) expensive: The cost of surgical graft varies with the type of material and size of the mesh. Small pieces of synthetic mesh costs hundreds of $$; bio absorbable mesh costs thousands and the largest pieces can be as expensive as a small car.

Question 3

explain treatment for soft tissue graft procedure using alloderm?

Accepted Answer

See below: Alloderm is cadaveric (from a deceased person) dermis (the deep layer of the skin).  It is processed and sterilized so it is virtually impossible to catch a disease from it.  The surgeon will prepare the site for the grafting with incisions and then suture the alloderm into place.  Often, a protective dressing will be placed along with post-operative pain medications and anitbiotics.

Question 4

can soft tissue grafting get paid by medical insurance instead of dental, since it's oral surgery?

Accepted Answer

Not very likely: If it's a true skin graft, it might be covered by medical insurance. But if it's a gum (gingival) graft or a subepithelial connective tissue graft, it's a strictly dental procedure and should not be covered by medical insurance. However, dental insurance should cover it. Don't forget you'll still be responsible for your deductible, coinsurance and for non covered services.

Question 5

what can i expect after a soft tissue graft? i'm going to have a free gingical graft to thicken the gum tissue around the area where a crown is going. from reading a bit about, it sounds to me like it might be a painful procedure. is there much special ca

Accepted Answer

Soft : Soft tissue grafts are done to cover exposed roots. It is a very common periodontal procedure. Some of the modern techniques are less invasive and allow you to recover very fast. You can experience some swelling the 1st 3 days, minor pain that can be well controlled with pain medication. The recovery period is usually 1 week. The result is totally worth it to protect and maintain your teeth for life!

Question 6

why has my mouth started bleeding two days after a soft tissue graft? i was told that i might have to worry about bleeding up to six hours after the soft tissue graft was performed, and the blood did stop until today. it started bleeding a small amount ag

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The : The concern is how fast the bleeding stops.  A small amount of bleeding is of no concern. Generally, pressure is the way to stop bleeding.  The donor site on the roof of the mouth will not be harmed by pressure, if the recipient site is the issue, don't touch it without talking to your dentist.

Question 7

periodontist: which soft tissue graft will provide gingival re-atachment to the tooth root vs. only a tight collar? want to build height.

Accepted Answer

Your own connective : Connective tissue from your palate is the most friendly. The procedure isntechnique sensitive. Be sure tomgo to a skilled specialist in periodontics.

Question 8

i had a plastic soft tissue regeneration surgery recently below the knee. is it safe to masturbate now ? i have a bone grafting surgery within 2 month

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: Since your information is somewhat vague, it is hard to comment.You were likely given some activity guidelines after the surgery.If not call the office and see if there are.You do not need to be specific. If they have no particular restrictions, do as you will.

Question 9

why is pig skin and tissue  used for skin grafting ?

Accepted Answer

Close to human: Because pig skin has simar qulaities to human skin with less antigenicity than cow skin and is widely available with a low risk of disease transmission it is commonly used a s a source for tissue grafts.

Question 10

how much does gum grafting with your own gum tissue cost?

Accepted Answer

It depends: This will vary depending on where you live, how many teeth need grafting, etc.  You should get opinions from two different periodontists.

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Can you smoke after soft tissue graft?

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Explain treatment for soft tissue graft procedure using alloderm?

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Can soft tissue grafting get paid by medical insurance instead of dental, since it's oral surgery?

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What can i expect after a soft tissue graft? i'm going to have a free gingical graft to thicken the gum tissue around the area where a crown is going. from reading a bit about, it sounds to me like it might be a painful procedure. is there much special ca

A member asked:

Why has my mouth started bleeding two days after a soft tissue graft? i was told that i might have to worry about bleeding up to six hours after the soft tissue graft was performed, and the blood did stop until today. it started bleeding a small amount ag

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Periodontist: which soft tissue graft will provide gingival re-atachment to the tooth root vs. only a tight collar? want to build height.

A member asked:

I had a plastic soft tissue regeneration surgery recently below the knee. is it safe to masturbate now ? i have a bone grafting surgery within 2 month

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Why is pig skin and tissue used for skin grafting ?

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How much does gum grafting with your own gum tissue cost?

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