
Gum Graft
Gum tissue recession can cause tooth sensitivity and make your teeth look longer, causing discomfort and feelings of self-consciousness.
With a simple gum graft, board-certified periodontist Mark Khaimov can cover your exposed tooth roots and enhance your smile's symmetry.
Find out how a gum graft at MK Periodontics & Implant Dentistry, PC in Nutley, NJ, can help you...

Restore the Health and Appearance of Your Gums with Gum Grafting
Tired of having to avoid hot and cold food and drinks because of sensitive teeth? Always trying to hide your smile because of a damaged gum line? Enjoy a better quality of life with a simple gum grafting procedure at our Nutley, NJ, practice.
Symptoms of Gum Recession
One of the most obvious symptoms of gum recession is sensitive teeth. When more of the tooth root becomes exposed, the teeth can become very sensitive to hot and cold temperatures.
Some other common symptoms of gum recession include:
- Appearance of larger-looking teeth
- Loose teeth
- Shifting teeth
- Uneven gum line
Benefits of Gum Grafting
Our goal is to restore your natural gum line to protect your teeth. Neglecting treatment can cause further deterioration of the gums and increase your risk of gum disease. Your gums will heal quickly after this procedure so you can look forward to a healthy new smile in a few short weeks.
Benefits of Gum Grafting include:
- Reduced tooth sensitivity
- More food and beverage options
- Improved appearance of the smile
- Protects the teeth from damage
- Minimal to no downtime
- Protects the tooth root from decay
The Difference We Make
We see the difference we make not only in our patients clinical outcomes, but also in the improvements to their lifestyle. A simple procedure such as gum grafting can make a dramatic difference in someones confidence and health.
A Reputation of Giving Quality Experiences
We understand the concern that comes with any dental procedure, rest assured that Dr. Mark Khaimov and the rest of his team are here every step of the away to address any concern you may have.
“The office and staff is very welcoming and nice. Dr. Khaimov is very professional, caring and he put me at ease when he did gum grafting procedure. Very good experience. Highly recommend!”
View On Google“I cannot recommend Dr. Khaimov and his staff enough. Dr. Khaimov is fantastic. Very knowledgeable and skilled. He explains everything in detail and makes sure you are comfortable throughout the procedure. I had a frenectomy and gum graft and didn't feel a thing during the procedure. I was back to my normal self within a day or two.”
View On Google“I cannot recommend Dr. Khaimov and his staff enough. Dr. Khaimov is fantastic. Very knowledgeable and skilled. He explains everything in detail and makes sure you are comfortable throughout the procedure. I had a frenectomy and gum graft and didn't feel a thing during the procedure. I was back to my normal self within a day or two.”
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