The Gum Builder™ in Norwood, MA

The Gum Builder™ is a non-surgical way to treat gum recession and tooth sensitivity. At our Norwood office it takes only minutes, with little to no downtime, for patients with mild to moderate recession.

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The Gum Builder™ in Norwood, MA at Kaceli Dental Studio Norwood office · 661 Washington St #211

What Is the Gum Builder™?

The Gum Builder™ is a minimally invasive treatment for gum recession. Instead of moving tissue from one place to another, as a gum graft does, it stimulates your own gum tissue to regenerate.

It uses calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA), a collagen biostimulator with a long track record in medicine, placed into the gum around the affected teeth. CaHA prompts the tissue to produce new collagen, which helps thicken and stabilize the gum over the following weeks.

  • Non-surgical and minimally invasive
  • For mild to moderate gum recession
  • Takes minutes to deliver
  • Little to no discomfort or downtime afterward
  • Helps reduce tooth sensitivity, often within days

Who It's For

Gum recession is one of the most common and most undertreated problems in dentistry, and sensitive teeth affect a large share of adults. The Gum Builder™ is a good fit if your recession is mild to moderate and you'd like to treat it without gum surgery.

For severe recession, the Gum Builder™ is not a replacement for gum surgery. In that case Dr. Kaceli and our periodontist, Dr. Milagros Serrano, will talk with you about gum grafting instead.

What to Expect From Treatment

  1. EvaluationWe measure your gums and check the cause of the recession to confirm the Gum Builder™ is the right choice.
  2. NumbingThe gum is numbed before treatment, so the procedure is relatively painless.
  3. TreatmentThe Gum Builder™ is placed into the gum around the affected teeth. It takes only minutes.
  4. AfterwardThe area may feel slightly swollen. Some people take Tylenol or ibuprofen, and many don't need any medication.
  5. Follow-upDepending on how much recession you have, you may need up to three treatments spaced four to six weeks apart.

Results

Many people notice their tooth sensitivity improving within two to three days. Improvement in gum recession is typically seen in four to six weeks.

To keep the results, maintenance visits may be recommended alongside your regular dental cleanings. We'll also look at what caused the recession, such as brushing too hard, grinding or gum disease, so it doesn't keep progressing.

The Gum Builder™ at Our Norwood Office

  • A non-surgical option before considering gum surgery
  • Evaluation by Dr. Kaceli, with a periodontist on our team if grafting is the better choice
  • Quick visits with little to no downtime
  • Available at both our Norwood and Newton offices

Related treatments in Norwood

Gum Grafting

Grafts that cover exposed roots, reduce sensitivity and stop gum recession from getting worse.

Gum Grafting in Norwood

Deep Cleaning

Scaling and root planing to clean below the gumline and treat gum disease.

Deep Cleaning in Norwood

Dental Hygiene & Cleanings

Twice-yearly hygiene visits to remove tartar, polish teeth and protect your gums.

Dental Hygiene & Cleanings in Norwood

Gum Builder™ FAQ

Is the Gum Builder™ painful?
The gum is numbed first, so the treatment itself is relatively painless. Afterward the area may feel slightly swollen; some people take Tylenol or ibuprofen, and many need nothing.
How many treatments will I need?
It depends on how much recession you have. Some patients need one treatment, and others need up to three, spaced four to six weeks apart.
How soon will I see results?
Sensitivity often improves within two to three days. Improvement in gum recession is typically seen in four to six weeks.
Is it an alternative to a gum graft?
For mild to moderate recession, it's a non-surgical alternative for people who'd rather avoid gum surgery. For severe recession it isn't a replacement for grafting, and we'll recommend the option that will actually work for you.
Closer to Newton?

Our Newton office at 1400 Centre St #102 offers the same care.

Gum Builder™ in Newton

Gum recession or sensitive teeth?

Ask about the Gum Builder™ at our Norwood office.

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