Gum Graft in Morocco
Gum Graft in Morocco
Stop the Gum Recession and Bone Loss
Gum Grafts are needed when your gums have retracted from your tooth exposing the root. This exposure leads to bone loss, tooth sensitivity, cavities, and can affect the aesthetics when smiling. Gum Graft is a frequent procedure we provide to patients at Agadir Dental Specialists.
The most common reason for receding gums is periodontal disease. Poor hygiene, genetics, excessive brushing, or brushing with a hard toothbrush are other reasons. It’s important to repair it because gum tissue is the primary barrier to bacteria. This bacteria can cause gum disease, bone and gum deterioration, and even tooth loss.
Gum Grafts is also known as Soft Tissue Graft.
Gum Graft Cost in Morocco
Gum Graft Costs and Prices in Moroccocan vary depending on how many teeth need Gum Grafting, the classification of Gum Grafting if other procedures are necessary.
The Price for Gum Graft at Agadir Dental Specialists is $600 USD per tooth (from 2 teeth) and includes consultation, X-Rays, Models, Intra-Oral Scan, Antibiotics, etc.
Gum Grafting Techniques in Morocco
- CONNECTIVE-TISSUE GRAFTS
- FREE GINGIVAL GRAFTS
- PEDICLE GRAFTS
- ACELLULAR DERMAL MATRIX
Connective-tissue grafts are the most common technique to treat root exposure around one or more teeth. During the procedure, the dentist cut a flap of skin from the roof of the mouth and remove tissue from under the flap. The flap is then stitched back down. The removed tissue will then be stitched to the gum tissue surrounding the exposed root. Over time the attached tissue grows together with the gum tissue forming a higher gum line around the tooth.
Advantages of Connective-tissue grafts: Easier to establish and maintain blood supply, less invasive, more rapid healing, and more natural.
Free gingival grafts are similar to connective tissue grafts. However, in this one, the specialist takes the corrective tissue from the palate to place it in the gum area. Dentists prefer this method for those who have naturally thin gums.
Advantages of Free Gingival Grafts: Prevents a more serious gum recession, creates a healthy barrier of gum tissue, and helps to eliminate the frenum pull.
The pedicle graft method does not take graft tissue from the roof of the mouth. Instead, the gum tissue is grafted from gum tissue around the tooth needing repair. In this method, the flap (called a pedicle) is partially cut away so that one edge remains attached. The dentist pulls up (lower jaw) or down (upper jaw) the flap to cover the root and sew in the place. Dentists prefer this technique for patients who have plenty of gum tissue near the tooth needing repair. In addition to natural grafts from the patient, some dentists prefer to use graft material from a tissue bank.
After the procedure, you will be able to go home. However, if you received a sedative to relax you will need a friend or family member to drive you. Be sure to follow all instructions your doctor gives you for post-operative care. Do not floss or brush the gum line that was treated until the area is healthy. A special mouthwash will be given to you that will help control plaque during this time.
For about a week after the gum grafting It is advisable to follow a diet of soft foods, such as eggs, pasta, gelatin, and yogurt. Pain varies from patient to patient and depends on many variables including pain tolerance and the type of gum graft performed. Your doctor will likely recommend over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medication or, in rare cases, a prescription pain medication. Many patients are able to return to work within a day or two.
Alloderm Graft uses donated medically processed human skin tissue as a source for the graft. The advantage of this procedure is no need for a palatal donor site. This is Great for Dental Tourism as it is Less Invasive but not always the best option for your treatment. You can check these options directly with the Periodontist.
- Uses of Acellular Dermal Graft material: Root coverage, Soft tissue flap extension over bone graft, Amalgam tattoo correction, and Soft tissue defect repair
- Advantages of Acellular Dermal Graft material: Reduces the need for palatal autografts or another second surgical site, the ability to treat larger areas in one surgery, and Provides excellent esthetic results.
- Disadvantages of Acellular Dermal Graft material: Decreases surgical chair-time, Additional cost, Technique sensitive and Longer healing time.
Acellular Dermal Graft is safe, biologically acceptable, and effective. Dental Surgeons use it for the treatment of gingival recession. It is an effective substitute for autologous grafts in the treatment of recession. Acellular Dermal Graft regularly is well tolerated by gingival tissues and has no adverse effects.
Gum Graft Before & Afters
Check out our patients before and afters. Most treatments are provided on two trips of seven days stay in Agadir.
Materials to Gum Graft
AlloDerm®
AlloDerm® is the Best Material available for Gum Grafting Procedures, made by Allergan and Bio Horizon, two very reputable companies in the Dental and Medical Industry.
It is donated tissue that has been processed to remove cells creating a regenerative tissue matrix. This method provides a tissue graft without having to harvest the material from another area in the mouth. Alloderm® Gum Graft in Morocco provides the structure and protein to help your mouth grow its own new tissue.
The Dental Specialist uses collagen to provide scaffolding, stimulate the cells to grow. The protein helps recruit more cells into the graft and helps reshape and remodel the gums. Since its introduction in 1994, over one million grafts have been successfully placed. Donor tissue is extensively screened and tested and then undergoes proprietary procedures to ensure that the Regenerative Tissue is ready for use in patients.
Emdogain®
Emdogain® Gel helps to regenerate the tissue structures that anchor the teeth.
This gel complements Periodontal Surgery, the dentist applies it topically onto exposed root surfaces; It is very effective to stabilize teeth and helps to improve the outcome of periodontal surgery by regenerating the tissue structures that anchor the tooth.
Since its introduction in 1996, Emdogain® has been used in millions of patients worldwide and continues to be a leading product in Periodontal regeneration. The wealth of scientific evidence supporting the product continues to grow. A recent study showed that Emdogain® can increase the predictability of surgical outcomes by achieving equal or better root coverage and attachment. Other recently published studies have indicated that less post-surgical discomfort is reported.Emdogain® Gel is comprised of a number of proteins that self-assemble to create a matrix. The dominant protein in this matrix is amelogenin, the same responsible for tooth development. This protein is present in the human body, therefore, using it doesn’t generate allergic or immunologic reactions. After a single application, it leaves only a resorbable protein matrix on the root surface. No additional surgery is necessary. Regain of clinical attachment and alveolar bone has been proven with the use of
Emdogain® is a biology-based and scientifically proven solution to promote the predictable regeneration of hard and soft tissues lost due to periodontal diseases like intrabony defects, class II mandibular furcation, and recession defects. More than 40 clinical studies, involving 1500 intrabony periodontal defects in 1200 patients, have demonstrated that Emdogain® is effective in stimulating the formation of new periodontal attachment in soft and hard tissue. 60-70% defect fill was measured as a gain of radiographic bone one year following treatment with Emdogain®.The treatment requires little or no preparation time; no mixing and no specialized products or equipment are necessary. It is convenient and effective to use in areas difficult to treat such as interproximal areas, defects distal to the second molar, defects located under bridgework, and wide defects.
In the biological processes of natural tooth development, Emdogain® forms an insoluble three-dimensional matrix, which allows for the selective colonization of cells. Through cellular interactions, a cascade of events initiates increased cell proliferation, growth factor synthesis, and cell differentiation resulting in the formation of necessary hard and soft tissues such as cementum, periodontal ligament, and alveolar bone.
- Attachment – Mesenchymal cells attach to the formed matrix.
- Proliferation and growth – The cells spread and populate the surface.
- Cementum formation – The cells start to produce cementum by inserting collagen fibers.
- Alveolar bone – Along the treated root surface, and at a certain distance, a condensation of fibrous tissue indicates the region where the new alveolar bone is forming.
Types of Gum Recession
Class I
The recession of the marginal tissue does not extend to the mucogingival junction. The Prognosis for these cases is excellent. Interdental (Between the teeth), there is no Bone loss present and soft tissue is adequate can be narrow or wide. The success rate with these treatments is in the upper 90% and is recommended prior to the gingival recession getting worse.
Class II
The recession of the Marginal tissue recession extends beyond the mucogingival junction. The Prognosis for these treatments is good. No Mayor boneless and adequate soft tissue can be narrow and wide. The success rate is in the lower 90%. Highly advisable and recommended prior to the gingival recession advancing and creating loss of bone and soft tissue.
Class III
This type of Gum Recession advanced and extends beyond the mucogingival junction. Tooth structures are highly susceptible to other pathologies, and the treatment does not fully cover the roots. The tooth may be in the wrong position and soft tissue and bone loss are present.
Class IV
In this classification, the patient presents teeth severely malpositioned, severe bone loss, and loss of interdentally soft tissue. The recession extends past the mucogingival junction. The Prognosis is Very Poor. Other Treatment options might be available, Severity of treatment is not adequate for dental tourism unless you are willing to fly back to Agadir for multiple trips.
Pinhole Surgical Technique
Pinhole Surgical Technique Perform
To perform a Pinhole Surgical Technique, the dentist uses a pin-like instrument to make a small hole in the gum. This is to reach the tissue and loosen it to cover the retracted area. Then, he places collagen through the hole to keep the gums in place. Most patients are surprised to see an immediate cosmetic improvement. After this treatment, post-operative pain, swelling, or bleeding is minimal. The pin-sized hole typically heals within 24 hours.
What Are the Advantages of Pinhole Surgery?
On a Gum Grafting Procedure, the Dentist makes an incision on the roof of your mouth to remove gum tissue. In some cases, it is necessary to resort to an alternative source or a tissue bank. The Specialist makes another incision and connects the tissue to cover the exposed roots using stitches.
Gum Graft Before Coming to Agadir Pre-Ops
Inform yourself on steps to take for a successful outcome, please read the full instructions, Agadir Dental Specialists thanks you in advance for being an informed patient.
Gum Tissue Graft Recovery
Do NOT eat anything until the anesthesia wears off, as you might bite your lips, cheek, or tongue and cause damage. You will probably have some discomfort when the anesthesia wears off; take correctly your non-aspirin pain medication(s).
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Gum Graft Complications or Failure
Complications of a Gum Graft are rare. Infections are uncommon. But see your doctor right away if you notice any oozing or unexpected bleeding around the Graft site. In rare cases, the Graft tissue may not properly adapt to the graft site. You may need to have the procedure performed again if this happens. If you do not like the appearance of the graft after healing time, talk with your periodontist about gingivoplasty (reshaping of the gum tissue). They may be able to modify the tissue to make it look more pleasing to you.
- Severe swelling/loosening sutures
- Tissue sloughing from upper arch
- Infection
- Uneven healing
The survival of the graft tissue (generally obtained from the roof of the mouth) depends on the blood supply. That comes from the surrounding bone (since there are no blood vessels on tooth surfaces). The stability of the grafted tissue is very important for the newly forming and migrating vessels.
Severe swelling and/or loosening of the sutures during healing can cause surgery will not be successful. In such cases, it is necessary to wait until the maturation of the surrounding tissues is complete and try again. This does not happen very often. However, every case is different and some surgical sites are harder to deal with. It will also influence the severity of the exposure and quantity of soft and hard tissue support.
A recent study showed that it can increase the predictability of surgical outcomes. Endogain achieves equal or better root coverage and attachment.
However, the Experts in Oral Health suggest the fabrication of a plastic vacuum form of your upper arch. This snaps press-fit onto teeth to make sure that the palate is covered in its entirety. Thus, it provides pressure to the donor site after the surgery. Also, it avoids irritation from food and the tongue. If you are expecting a series of grafting surgeries, this is a good option.
Similar to any type of surgical procedure, infection will delay wound healing. This is especially true for oral wounds that are exposed to continuous bacterial challenges. A prescription for antibacterial/ antiseptic mouth rinses is generally given to control bacterial load for the first 10 days of healing.
Following complete wound healing, if there is an obvious problem with symmetry, it may be necessary to go back and do what is called “gingivoplasty”. This is a simple procedure performed to thin the extra soft tissue.
