How The Treatment Works

The SDA Process

Periodontal Assessment & Digital Evaluation

(30-45 minutes)

We begin with a comprehensive examination of your gums, tooth roots, and surrounding tissues using detailed periodontal measurements and digital imaging where appropriate. This allows us to assess the severity of recession and determine the most suitable grafting approach for long-term stability and aesthetics.

Treatment Planning & Site Preparation

(15-20 minutes)

Once your treatment plan is confirmed, the area is carefully numbed using local anesthesia to ensure a comfortable experience. We use minimally invasive techniques whenever possible to reduce trauma and support faster healing.

Precision Tissue Graft Placement

(30-60 minutes)

Healthy grafting material is carefully positioned over the affected area to reinforce the gumline and protect exposed roots. Depending on your needs, this may involve your own tissue or advanced regenerative grafting materials designed to encourage natural tissue integration and healing. Diode laser technology and piezo surgical instruments may be used to enhance precision and support comfortable healing during soft tissue grafting procedures.

Healing & Gum Regeneration

(Several weeks+)

As healing progresses, the graft integrates with the surrounding tissue, creating a stronger, healthier gumline. Follow-up visits allow us to monitor recovery, ensure optimal healing, and support long-term periodontal health.

Many of our surgical treatments can be performed under moderate conscious sedation to maximize comfort and reduce treatment anxiety. Sedation is administered by a board-certified anesthesiologist, allowing patients to feel relaxed throughout more complex procedures.