Many patients seek gum graft surgery because they find receding gums unattractive and they want to restore the confidence they once had in their smile.
While receding gums are considered to be unsightly, they are also a health hazard. This is why it is so important to have them treated sooner rather than later.
Left untreated, gingival recession can lead to the following oral health issues:
Bone deterioration
Tooth loss
Bleeding gums
Tooth root exposure and sensitivity
To avoid further progression of gum recession or tooth root exposure, gum graft surgery should be sought as soon as possible.