Case 7 – Allograft

This patient was referred to me by another Oklahoma City specialist. I determined that his recession and tooth sensitivity was caused by laser induced trauma. A single tooth presented with an irregular contour and localized bone necrosis. I utilized a donor allograft in order to accomplish root coverage and thicken the gum tissue to decrease the possibility of future recession. The patient healed exceptionally well and without complications. After six weeks, surgical success included 100% root coverage and a thicker gingival tissue that is more resistant to future recession.