Short Description
A surgical procedure where tissue is placed to repair or rebuild areas of the gums or bone.
Long Description
A graft in dentistry refers to the transplanting of tissue—often soft gum tissue or bone—to restore or rebuild areas damaged by gum disease, trauma, or tooth loss. This is commonly done in procedures like gum grafts and bone grafts.
Gum grafts are used to cover exposed roots due to gum recession, improving appearance and reducing sensitivity. Bone grafts are used to rebuild the jawbone in preparation for implants or to stop further bone loss.
Grafted material can come from the patient, a donor, or synthetic sources. Grafting helps restore oral health and function, and improves the success of future treatments like dental implants or bridges.