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Case Presentation: KL Sub-Epithelial Connective Tissue Graft

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An image of a woman at a dental office.

Meet our patient KL. She is a systemically healthy 50 year old female who presented to our office with the chief concern to “Please cover my roots, they are yellow and make me look older than I am. They are also sensitive to temperature change and my dentist recommended you to re-grow the gum back”. 

After verbal interview and clinical examination, Dr. Anderson determined that the etiology or “cause” of her recession was aggressive tooth brushing on thin gingiva or “gums” which are more prone to recession than thick gingiva. To regenerate KL’s soft tissue over the roots, Dr. Anderson used a minimally invasive technique to harvest KL’s tissues from her palate or “top of the mouth” and transferred this tissue to the teeth with roots exposed. This technique, known as a sub-epithelial connective tissue graft, was chosen and tailored for KL’s unique case presentation due to the high predictability, long-term success rate and superior esthetics. KL is happy with her results, enjoys her “more youthful smile” and reports the hot and cold sensitivity has gone away after Dr. Anderson regenerated the soft tissue. KL is now maintaining her results with proper brushing technique and a soft toothbrush.

Please see below for before and after photos of soft grafting of teeth in the upper right (#3-7) with Dr. Anderson.

Connective Tissue Graft Before and After

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Why Choose Dr. Lauren Anderson for Your Biological Periodontics?

Expertise in Biological Dentistry – Dr. Anderson is trained in Biodentistry 3.0 and certified in Swiss Dental Ceramics, ensuring a holistic and biocompatible approach to periodontal care.

Highest Level of Certification – As a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and a Michigan Board-Certified Periodontist, Dr. Anderson has achieved the highest levels of professional accreditation in her field.

Cutting-Edge Techniques & Innovations – With published research and lectures on implant-related soft tissue augmentation, peri-implant disease prevention, and airway-focused periodontics, Dr. Anderson integrates the latest advancements into her patient care.

Multi-Disciplinary & Holistic Approach – Dr. Anderson collaborates with experts across dentistry and medicine to ensure comprehensive, whole-body health solutions for her patients.

Minimally Invasive & Biocompatible Treatments – With specialized training in advanced ceramic implants and biological dentistry techniques, Dr. Anderson prioritizes treatments that support the body’s natural healing processes.

Commitment to Patient-Centered Care – Passionate about education and personalized treatment plans, Dr. Anderson empowers her patients with knowledge and customized solutions for optimal oral and systemic health.

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