Gum recession

The most common causes of gum recession: 

• Brushing too aggressively (using a hard brush, pressing down hard).
• Orthodontic defects and misaligned teeth.
• Chronic inflammation of the gums and periodontal disease.
• Thin gingival biotype (genetic conditions).
• Bruxism and abnormal muscle tone. 
  

Methods treatment of gingival recession 
Depending on the degree of recession, the following methods of gingival restoration are used: 

• Free Gingival Graft (FGG - Free Gingival Graft) 
  - Taking a piece of gingiva from the palate and transplanting it to the recession site. 
  - Mainly used to thicken and strengthen the gums.
• Connective tissue graft (CTG - Connective Tissue Graft) 
  - Removal of tissue from under the palatal epithelium and placement under the retracted gingiva. 
  - The most commonly used method for recession, giving the best aesthetic results.
• Biological regeneration Emdogain® 
  - The use of enamel matrix proteins, which stimulate natural tissue regeneration.

Recovery  

• Healing takes 2-3 weeks, with full stabilisation of the gums occurring after several months.
• There may be slight pain and swelling after the procedure, but this is usually moderate.
• Antibiotics are not necessary unless there is a risk of infection.