An Introduction to the Pinhole Surgical Technique

Your gums are more important than you think. A strong gum line is important for holding your teeth in place and maintaining good oral health. If your gums are receding, consider asking your Denver dentist about the pinhole surgical technique. This minimally invasive procedure is an excellent alternative to traditional gum grafting, and can restore your natural gum line without requiring significant recovery time.

First, your dentist will clean your teeth and apply a local anesthetic. Next, she’ll use the pinhole surgical instrument to make a tiny pinhole in the tissue. To reduce the appearance of receding gums, your dentist will then move your gum tissue toward the tooth. Finally, your dentist will strategically place collagen strips on your gums to ensure stabilization. Depending on how many teeth you’re having treated, the process can take anywhere from a half hour to two hours or so. Once the procedure is complete, you’ll once again be able to enjoy a normal, healthy gum line.