A gingival graft involves the replacement of soft tissue, called the gingiva or gum, lining the mouth. Tissue is taken from the person’s own mouth to use as the graft. It is often done to correct recession of the gums.
Advice
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- 3.5
- Pain
- Inconvenience
The week of postprocedure care is important:
Soft foods are helpful.
Have pain medications available to you, and if they don’t work, call your doctor.
Be scrupulous using prescription mouthwash during the healing.
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