There are a few different types of gum grafts that may be used. During your initial consultation, we will go over these options and determine the best type of soft tissue grafting procedure to use. • Connective tissue grafts. A connective tissue graft uses tissue from the roof of your mouth. The tissue is harvested from underneath a small flap. It is commonly used to provide root coverage. • Free gingival grafts. A free gingival graft also uses tissue from the roof of your mouth. However, instead of taking the tissue out from under a small flap, the tissue is taken directly from your palate. While this leaves a larger, open wound, it is often preferred when keratinized tissue is required. • Pedicle grafts. A pedicle graft uses surrounding gum tissue rather than tissue from the roof of your mouth. With this type of graft, strategic incisions are made in your gums, and the tissue is rearranged to effectively cover the affected teeth. With this type of graft, your blood vessels are kept intact, which can aid in a speedier recovery. With a gum graft, we can help greatly improve the quality of your smile while also improving your oral health at the same time. For more information, and to find out if a gum graft is the right solution for you, call Beyond Dental and Implant Center today. We serve patients from Dallas TX, Plano TX, Addison TX, Garland TX, Richardson TX, Carrollton TX, and BEYOND!