Glossary term
Gum Graft
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A periodontal surgical procedure that transplants tissue (most commonly from the palate or a tissue bank) to areas of receded gum or thin gum tissue around the teeth. Indicated for sensitivity, cosmetic recession, or to reinforce thin gum before crown/veneer placement. Healing is typically 2-4 weeks with palatal donor-site discomfort the main early symptom.