Perth Amboy, NJ
A 20-year-old male asked:
Can a gum graft be done in behind a front tooth?
4 doctor answers • 7 doctors weighed in
Dr. Randy Nolfanswered
Periodontics 44 years experience
Yes: Not a typical procedure but there are times when it needs to be done.
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Dr. Maurice Lindlyanswered
Dentistry 40 years experience
Probably: Tissue grafts are successful in most places in the mouth. See a periodontist for an evaluation and prognosis.
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Dr. John Thaleranswered
Prosthodontics 43 years experience
Yes: Not a common area for a graft, but it is possible. First find out why the tissue has receeded and address that problem first. See a prosthodontist for this. See the periodontist for the evaluation for the graft. Typically, they will work as a team. Many good ones in n.J.
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Dr. Arnold Malermananswered
Orthodontics 55 years experience
Possibly: Depends on anatomy, whether or not there has been bone loss. Best to determine why gum tissue needs replacement and eliminate the cause first. Best person to diagnose and treat your problem is a gum/bone specialist, a Periodontist. Ask your General Dentist for referral.
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