A least invasive alternative to the treatment of gingival recession is the hole surgical technique. Compared to soft tissue grafting, this procedure starts by making a minute hole in the receding gum tissue. As soon as the hole is made, a tool is inserted into the hole. The device extends the gum into a more stable and acceptable tooth location. After the gums are relocated, Dr. Adatrow inserts collagen strips into the hole made in the gums. So, while soft tissue grafting utilizes sutures (stitches) to hold the gums in place, these collagen strips secure the gums in the new location in a minimally invasive manner and contribute to creating new tissue that eventually secures the gums in its new position.