A small entry point. A thoughtful tissue-preserving approach.
Gum recession does not have one cause—or one solution. A certified clinician first evaluates why your gums receded, then determines whether Pinhole® fits your anatomy and goals.
01
Evaluate
Your doctor examines gum health, recession type, bone support, bite, and habits before recommending care.
02
Reposition
Through a small entry point, existing gum tissue is released and moved over exposed root surfaces.
03
Stabilize
Collagen is placed to support the repositioned tissue while your body begins the healing process.
EVIDENCE, NOT HYPE
Understand the difference—and the data.
Pinhole® and connective-tissue grafting are different clinical approaches. Your doctor should explain which option best fits your recession pattern and goals.
PINHOLE® APPROACH
Small access point
Uses existing gum tissue
No tissue taken from the palate
No sutures
VS
TRADITIONAL GRAFTING
Surgical access and flap design
May use tissue from the palate or a substitute
Sutures commonly used
Established root-coverage option
PUBLISHED RESEARCH
Long-term follow-up, clearly stated.
A 2025 retrospective case series followed 28 patients with 68 Class I–II recession sites for an average of 14.5 years. These are study results—not a promise of any individual outcome.
Not sure what to ask?Talk it through with our patient guide.
YOUR NEXT STEP
Get a personal answer—not a generic promise.
An in-person examination is the only way to know whether Pinhole® is appropriate for you. Start with education, then continue to the practice’s secure scheduling system when you are ready.
No diagnosis through this webpage
No private health information collected by the guide
Direct handoff to the doctor’s PMS scheduling flow
SECURE PMS HANDOFF
Schedule a Pinhole® consultation
Choose the time that works best for you in the practice’s secure online scheduler.
For urgent dental or medical concerns, call the practice or seek emergency care.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Clear answers before your consultation.
Is Pinhole® the same as traditional gum grafting?
No. Both aim to improve recession, but Pinhole® repositions existing gum tissue through a small entry point and does not harvest tissue from the palate.
Can several teeth be treated?
The technique can be used across multiple recession sites, but the appropriate treatment plan depends on your clinical examination.
Will insurance cover it?
Coverage varies by plan and diagnosis. The practice can verify benefits and provide a written estimate before treatment.
Are results guaranteed?
No dental procedure can promise a specific result. Outcomes depend on your anatomy, recession type, health, habits, and after-care.
