Restore gum health and confidence with precision and care.
At Bucks County Periodontics, Dr. Ryan Kaye offers advanced gum grafting—also known as gingival augmentation—to treat gum recession, reduce root sensitivity, and enhance your smile. This precise procedure restores gum tissue around exposed tooth roots and protects against further recession or decay.
Before / After Gum Grafting Surgery
Why You May Need Gum Grafting
You might benefit from gum grafting or gingival augmentation if:
- You have receding gums exposing tooth roots, increasing sensitivity or decay risk
- Root surfaces are visible, affecting appearance or increasing sensitivity to hot/cold
- You lack a healthy band of attached gingiva, risking further gum recession
- You're seeking improved comfort, function, and aesthetic symmetry
What Happens During Gum Grafting?
Dr. Ryan Kaye performs the procedure under comfortable local anesthesia:
- Tissue is harvested—often from the roof of the mouth—or repositioned from adjacent gum areas
- The graft is carefully placed over the exposed root or recession site
- Sutures secure the new gum tissue in place
The technique is highly predictable and designed for long‑lasting results regardless of method (free gingival graft, connective tissue graft, or pedicle graft).
Recovery and Healing from Gum Graft Surgery:
Gum grafting success rates remain high—often over 90% when done by a specialist:
- Typical recovery lasts 1–2 weeks, with full integration over several months
- You may experience mild discomfort, swelling, or sensitivity—medication and care instructions will be provided
- Upcoming appointments will monitor your healing and ensure a stable, healthy gingival tissue band
Is Gum Grafting Surgery Right for You?
If you're experiencing gum recession, root sensitivity, or a thin band of gum tissue—and want to protect or enhance your smile—gum grafting (gingival augmentation) could be the solution.
Schedule a consultation with Dr. Ryan Kaye at Bucks County Periodontics to find out how this treatment can restore both health and confidence.
Discover the Bucks County Periodontics Difference
Expert Periodontal Care
With over 30 years of experience, we specialize in periodontal therapy, dental implants and periodontal regeneration for optimal oral health.
Personalized Treatment
Dr. Ryan Kaye and our skilled team prioritize understanding your unique concerns, questions, and goals to tailor treatment plans accordingly.
Patient Empowerment
Dr. Kaye educates patients about periodontal disease, treatment options, and oral health maintenance, empowering them to make informed decisions.
Insurance Friendly
We accept various insurance plans and ensure accessibility to quality periodontal care for a wide range of patients seeking cost effective options.
Comprehensive Service
From periodontal therapy to dental implants, our practice offers a full spectrum of services addressing complex dental issues and improving overall wellbeing.
2 Convenient Locations
BCP is highly-accessible. Visit us at our Bensalem office—just off of the Street Road exit of I-95—or our Richboro office—just minutes from Route 1 and the PA Turnpike.
Word on the Street
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Dr. Kaye is very professional, thorough and efficient. He explains the procedure in a way that is very easy to understand. The office staff are super nice and friendly.
Kelsi Y.
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Dr. Kaye and his staff were amazing today. Patient. Kind. Understanding. And never once made me feel awkward about my phobia. Infact, it was quite the opposite – I actually felt safe! And not once did I feel rushed.
Donna M.
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Staff is always very professional and accommodating, as well as, friendly, courteous and nice! I’ve been going there for years.
Terrence D.
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What a positive experience! The staff all were so kind and thoughtful. Dr. Kaye was very thorough and explained things so well. We were very happy with our visit!
Candyce K
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My experience at Bucks County Periodontics was amazing, the front desk girls Tammy and Tara were so kind, and helpful… Dr. Kaye was gentle and made me feel at ease. I would highly recommend this place.
Heather B.
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Fantastic customer service at the front end of the well organized clean office. Dr Ryan Kaye is a real gem kind caring and confident!
Margaret M.
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Highly highly recommend Dr. Kaye and his team. The front office staff is superb and very friendly as well. Hats off to Bucks County Periodontics.
Tyler V.
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Very pleased with Bucks County Periodontics and will refer them to my family and friends.
Jackie R.
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Awesome practice. Dr. Kaye is extremely knowledgeable and personable. Very patient. The staff is warm and courteous. I would highly recommend this practice.
Judy Y.
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