Pinhole Surgical Technique: Improving Smiles Throughout Boston

Gum Recession, a condition where the roots of the teeth are exposed, may become uncomfortable, as it can lead to a greater risk of decay and tooth loss while causing sensitivity to cold foods and drinks. Traditionally, the only fix for gum recession was an invasive, painful surgical procedure. However, the innovative pinhole surgical technique offers an alternative to traditional procedures.

As the Chao Pinhole Surgical Technique requires extensive training available exclusively on the west coast, few dentists on the east coast are certified to perform the pinhole technique. Now, patients in Greater Boston suffering from receding gums can improve their oral health without undergoing the typical invasive surgery, as Smileboston Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry‘s founder, Dr. Steven D. Spitz, provides this life-changing procedure as the only Prosthodontist in the world who is Advanced Certified in Pinhole Technique.

How Does This Approach Fix Gum Recession?

The Pinhole Technique, a minimally invasive gum recession treatment that does not use sutures, scalpels, or incisions, is an effective dental procedure for reversing gum recession.

Instead, a pinhole is placed above or below the receding area, and the gums are gently maneuvered, lowering or raising the entire gum line. Collagen strips are then applied to ensure the new placement remains, creating an immediate repair to the dental site. Patients will notice direct results and can expect increasingly noticeable improvements over the next several months.

What Are the Advantages of this Technique?

The pinhole surgical technique has several benefits not found with traditional procedures.

For example, the existing gum tissue is gently adjusted instead of surgically replaced with soft tissue grafts. This makes the technique much less invasive and requires a shorter recovery time.

Likewise, patients experience less discomfort both during and after treatment. Best of all, patients will enjoy healthy gums and beautiful, natural-looking results within a few months.

If you are interested in learning more about the Pinhole Surgical Technique, call us at Smileboston Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry office Phone Number 617-277-4100 or schedule your complimentary virtual consultation online.