Gum Recession Treatment in Greenville, TX
Longbranch Dental Center in Greenville, TX is now offering a revolutionary treatment for gum recession. The Pinhole Surgical Technique (PST) is a scalpel-free, suture-free procedure that helps patients suffering from gum recession. Longbranch Dental Center is one of the only dental practices in the area to offer this treatment to patients.
Gum recession occurs when the gum tissue along the gumline begins to recede. This can be caused by periodontal disease such as gingivitis, periodontitis, or advanced periodontitis; a natural result of aging; or brushing your teeth too hard.
When your gums recede, the root structure of the tooth is exposed. This can lead to tooth decay, gum inflammation, or worse, the tooth could become lose. Early diagnosis of gum recession is important to avoid these conditions.
The Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique
The Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique (PST) is a minimally invasive procedure for treating gum recession. Unlike traditional grafting techniques, PST is incision and suture-free. All of the tools and techniques used to perform the Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique were created by Dr. John Chao, and who trained our doctor, Dr. Mike Weaks.
When a patient undergoes traditional gum recession surgery, it involves the use of tissue grafts (usually from the roof of the mouth) in order to rebuild the gumline. The soft tissue is sutured in place and as the gum heals, it joins the existing gum tissue. While this traditional grafting treatment is effective, comparable results with better patient experience can be achieved through the Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique.
The Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique is different from traditional gum surgery because a special needle is used to make a small hole in the patient’s existing gum tissue. No tissue needs to be grafted, which means this technique is less painful. Through this pinhole, special dental tools are used to gently loosen the gum tissue. These tools work to expand and slide the receded gums to cover the exposed root structure.
Contact Us To Learn More
If you have gum recession, contact Greenville, TX dentist Dr. Mike Weaks. We will schedule a consultation for you learn more about this revolutionary procedure to treat gum recession.