Gum Graft

Mango Pomegranate Smoothie (Great for Oral Surgery & Sippy Cups)

August 3, 2010
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In the first few days after oral surgery, it’s easier to “eat” and drink things that are virtually lump-less. Here’s a recipe for a delicious smoothie that will blend chunk free and is healthy too.  Getting enough nutrients helps you heal, feel less hungry and therefore stronger overall after surgery. Furthermore, because it’s so smooth, it won’t get caught in straws so I get less complaints from my daughter about fruit chunks in her smoothies. [...]

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7 Gum Graft Surgery Survival Tips

August 2, 2010
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I just had gum graft surgery for recession of gums surrounding two of my back teeth. I didn’t realize how common the procedure is, until I started talking about it. Most people delay it, probably because there are people online describing it as pain worse than childbirth.  I disagree.  If you have a good surgeon, you will be fine. What is gum graft surgery: If your gums are receding due to orthodontia, over brushing, genetics [...]

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