Periodontal Splinting and Tissue Grafting

Periodontal splinting is a dental procedure that is used to stabilize and support loose or mobile teeth. It is often performed on teeth that have been affected by periodontal disease, which is an infection of the tissues that support the teeth. Periodontal splinting involves bonding a thin, custom-made splint or “bridge” to the affected teeth. The splint is designed to evenly distribute the forces placed on the teeth when biting and chewing, which helps to reduce pain and discomfort, and improve the stability and function of the affected teeth. Periodontal splinting is a safe and effective way to stabilize and support loose or mobile teeth and improve oral health. 

Periodontal tissue grafting is a dental procedure that is used to replace or rebuild lost gum tissue, typically due to periodontal disease, injury from abrasion or erosion, or other factors. The goal of the procedure is to increase the volume of the gum tissue where it has receded and cover the exposed roots of the teeth.  It also helps improve the health and appearance of the gum tissue, and provides a stable foundation for the involved teeth in area of the graft.  

(pictures below are of splinting and tissue grafting respectively – also this is just a note you don’t have to add these parenthesis to the page unless you think it’ll be better with it the notation)