Pinhole® Gum Regeneration Technique - Minimally Invasive Treatment For Gum Recession (2024)

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Pinhole® Gum Regeneration Technique - Minimally Invasive Treatment For Gum Recession? ›

During the Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique, a needle is used to make a small hole in the patient's existing gum tissue. Through this pinhole, special instruments are used to gently loosen the gum tissue. These tools help expand and slide the gumline to cover the exposed root structure.

The Pinhole Surgical procedures costs $2,500 per quadrant (Upper Left, Upper Right, Lower Left, Lower Right). This includes the consultation, preparation, membrane, and post-op visits.

With the Pinhole® treatment, Special instruments are used to elevate the gum without cutting the gums and a protein called collagen is placed under the gums to stabilize it during healing. Multiple teeth or even the whole mouth can be treated at once with the Pinhole® technique.

As this is a surgical procedure, recovering patients may experience minor bleeding and swelling, and several days of discomfort that can be managed with over-the-counter pain medications. Furthermore, not everyone is a candidate for the pinhole surgical technique.

And by the time you notice the intense sensitivity to hot or cold, the lengthened appearance of your teeth due to the exposed roots, or loose teeth, it is probably going to be too late for the easier solutions.

Dental insurance plans vary regarding what procedures are covered, and if so, the extent of coverage, but Pinhole Surgical Technique is often covered by dental insurance plans. To find out what your coverage is, contact your insurance provider or dentist.

Contraindications for Pinhole Surgery include poor homecare, less than 2-3mm attached gums, compromised immune system, smoker, teeth grinding or malocclusion, rampant active decay or periodontal disease.

The pinhole technique can cover more areas in a shorter time frame. With gum grafting, it's only possible to accomplish a small area at a time. The timeframe for recovery is significantly longer, so this is typically equivalent to one to two teeth per visit.

Comfort During Pinhole Technique

You will not feel the procedure. After your Pinhole Technique procedure, you may experience mild discomfort in the affected area for the remainder of the day. In the days following care you might notice sensitivity to hot and cold.

If you've noticed receding gums, you may be a candidate for pinhole surgery. You may also be a good candidate if you meet any of the following conditions: Steadily receding gums over the course of several years.

When is it too late to fix receding gums? ›

Simply put, it's never too late to treat gum disease and get your gums healthy, especially since untreated periodontitis can lead to tooth loss.

Throughout the pinhole gum procedure, our team will make sure you feel completely comfortable — there's no cutting and no stitches required! After the treatment is completed, you may have a bit of swelling or some tenderness. Most of our patients just need over-the-counter pain medication to manage their comfort.

The Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique is a minimally invasive option for treating gum recession. Unlike traditional grafting techniques, PST is incision and suture free. Dr. Paul Chang is trained and certified to perform the Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique.

The cost of Pinhole Surgery is roughly the same as a gum graft. However, in some cases, it might be less expensive than a graft. Some of the factors that will affect the cost of your procedure include the severity of your condition and number of teeth than need to be treated.

To start, the range for a periodontal surgery can run from $500 to $10,000. A very wide range. With that having been said, a typical gum tissue graft can cost from $600 to $3,000.

Although there is some risk involved with having any procedure performed, Pinhole Surgical Technique denton has a very high success rate of 90%+, which is equivalent to the traditional method of gum grafting.

The cost of gum recession treatment in London can range from £500 to £3,000. Non-surgical treatments such as scaling and root planing typically cost between £500 and £1,000. In comparison, surgical treatments such as gum grafting can cost between £1,500 and £3,000.