Help. I don’t want to have to get a gum graft for my gums but it looks like my gums are shrinking more and more each passing day. I can tell because when I wear my bottom retainer you can clearly see where my gums used to be. Now when I look at them it looks as though you can now see the root of the teeth on a couple and yesterday after brushing that were a little painful and bleeding. How bad are my gums? Should I be worried? What should I do? Is it normal for them to feel sensitive
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It is difficult to tell from your photo, but it looks like you may have had some trauma to that tooth. I would see a dentist for a complete evaluation with xrays and a periodontist for the gum. In my opinion a gum graft would be beneficial for you if the tooth is not fractured. There are a...
The healing time for gum contouring depending on the extent and whether bone contouring is required also! Usually for gum contouring the length of time is 2 weeks to 2 months if bone is involved more time is required up to 4 months. It is best to ask the surgeon or the periodontist prior. It ...
In your case there is no loss of bone, therefore, no need for regeneration or graft. Your formation of black triangle should be treated with an extra good cleaning care.
Good luck,
Dr. Franco
