Receding gums do not grow back on their own. A gum graft restores the tissue your teeth need for protection.
Receding gums leave tooth roots exposed, causing sensitivity, increasing decay risk, and making teeth look longer than they should. A gum graft is the only reliable way to reverse this — transplanting tissue from the palate or a tissue bank to cover the exposed roots and rebuild a healthy gum line. Thailand's periodontists perform these grafts using microsurgical techniques at prices that make treating multiple teeth practical rather than prohibitive.
Free, no-obligation — you pay the hospital directly with no markup.
Gum recession exposes tooth roots, causing temperature sensitivity, root surface decay, and an uneven smile. Caused by periodontal disease, aggressive brushing, thin tissue biotype, or orthodontic treatment, recession does not reverse on its own. Once the root is exposed, only surgical grafting can restore coverage.
Your periodontist transplants tissue — from the palate or a processed donor source — to the recession site. The graft integrates with the existing tissue over several weeks, creating a thicker, more resilient gum line that covers the exposed root and restores a natural contour. Multiple teeth can often be treated in a single session.
Gum grafting is often deferred at home because of cost, especially when multiple teeth need treatment. In Thailand, the savings make treating the full extent of recession practical in a single trip.
Specialist
Board-Certified Periodontists
Our partner periodontists specialise in soft tissue surgery and use microsurgical techniques as standard. Gum grafting is core work for them, performed regularly with consistent outcomes.
60–70%
Treat More Teeth for Less
Gum grafting at $300–$600 per site in Thailand versus $900–$1,800 at home. The savings make treating all affected teeth in one session financially realistic instead of spreading it over years.
7–10 Days
Treatment and Initial Healing
The procedure takes about an hour. A stay of seven to ten days allows the graft to establish blood supply and a follow-up check before you fly home with confidence the graft is integrating.
Guided
Full Post-Operative Support
Your care coordinator manages appointments and daily check-ins during your recovery. Post-operative care instructions, dietary guidance, and a brushing timeline are provided in English.
We do not charge for our service — you pay the clinic directly with no markup. Here is what gum grafting costs and how it compares internationally.
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Prices are approximate and vary by technique, surgeon, and hospital. Your personalised quote will include a full cost breakdown.
A gum graft in Thailand typically costs between $300 and $600 per site, depending on the technique, whether autograft or allograft tissue is used, and how many teeth are treated. Connective tissue grafts from the palate are the most common and sit in the mid-range. Tunnel techniques with allograft may cost slightly more due to the processed tissue.
The total cost covers the periodontist's fee, local anaesthesia and sedation, graft material (autograft from palate or processed allograft), sutures, post-operative medications, and follow-up appointments. If PRF augmentation or Emdogain is used, these are quoted as additional items.
The number of teeth treated is the primary cost driver. Treating multiple sites in a single session is more cost-effective per site than treating one tooth at a time. The graft technique and donor source also affect price — allograft tissue costs more than autograft from your own palate. Adjunctive materials like PRF and Emdogain add to the total.
Pricing varies by the complexity and scope of the procedure. Typical ranges at our partner hospitals in Thailand:
Exact pricing is confirmed after your consultation and treatment plan are finalised.
Gum grafting in Thailand costs 60–70% less than equivalent treatment in the US ($900–$1,800 per site), Australia (A$850–A$1,650), and UK (£750–£1,500). For patients needing grafts on multiple teeth, the combined savings in Thailand can cover the entire trip and leave thousands unspent.
The graft technique and donor source are matched to the extent of recession, tissue thickness, and the number of teeth involved. Here are the main approaches.
The most commonly used technique and the gold standard for root coverage. A thin layer of connective tissue is harvested from beneath the palate surface through a trap-door incision, placed over the exposed root, and secured under the surrounding gum. The palate heals quickly because the surface tissue is preserved over the donor site.
A strip of tissue taken directly from the palate surface and placed at the recession site. Used primarily to increase the width and thickness of attached gum tissue rather than cover roots. The colour match may differ initially but blends over months.
A minimally invasive approach where the periodontist creates a tunnel beneath the gum without surface incisions. Processed donor tissue is threaded through the tunnel and positioned over the exposed roots. No palate wound means less discomfort and faster recovery.
Microsurgical skill determines how well the graft integrates, how much root coverage is achieved, and how visible the result looks. Here is what the technical process involves.
Gum grafting is increasingly performed with microsurgical instruments and magnification. Smaller incisions, finer sutures, and precise tissue handling produce less trauma, better blood supply preservation, and higher graft survival. This is the direction periodontal surgery has moved.
Exposed root surfaces are decontaminated and biomodified before graft placement. EDTA or citric acid conditioning removes the smear layer, and enamel matrix derivative (Emdogain) can be applied to promote new attachment. These steps improve the biological interface between graft and root.
A small blood draw before surgery produces a fibrin membrane concentrated with growth factors. Placed over or under the graft, PRF accelerates healing, improves graft integration, and reduces post-operative discomfort. It is an autologous material — made from your own blood.
Mild swelling and discomfort at the graft site and palate donor site (if used). Take prescribed medication, apply ice packs, and eat cool soft foods on the opposite side. Do not brush or disturb the graft area — an antimicrobial rinse is provided instead.
Swelling subsides and discomfort decreases noticeably. Continue salt-water rinses after meals. The graft begins establishing blood supply from the underlying tissue. Stick to a soft diet and avoid crunchy or spicy foods.
The graft is well integrated and sutures are removed if non-dissolvable. The palate donor site is comfortable. Gentle brushing of the grafted area with a soft toothbrush can resume. Your follow-up confirms healing is on track.
The grafted tissue matures, thickens, and blends in colour with the surrounding gum. Root coverage is established and sensitivity resolves. Full tissue maturation continues for up to six months, with a natural, healthy gum line as the outcome.
Most patients can fly home five to seven days after a gum graft, once the follow-up confirms the graft is attaching properly. The grafted tissue is fragile in the first few days, so staying close to your surgical team during early healing is important. Cabin pressure does not affect the graft site, but avoid anything that could bump or disturb the area during travel.
A soft, cool diet is essential for the first week — avoid hot, spicy, crunchy, or acidic foods that could irritate the graft or donor site. Chew on the opposite side of your mouth. By week two, you can gradually reintroduce warmer and slightly firmer foods. Full, unrestricted eating typically resumes within three to four weeks as the tissue matures.
The graft begins integrating with the surrounding tissue within the first two weeks. Initial healing is visible within a month, but the tissue continues to mature and blend in colour and texture over three to six months. The final result is a stable, healthy gum line that protects exposed roots and looks natural.
Gum grafting is a well-established periodontal procedure with predictable outcomes when performed microsurgically by an experienced periodontist.
A thorough assessment of recession extent, tissue thickness, root condition, and bone levels guides the choice of technique and sets realistic root coverage expectations for each case.
Yes. Gum grafting is a routine periodontal procedure performed under local anaesthesia as an outpatient. Our partner periodontists use microsurgical instruments, premium graft materials, and proven protocols. The procedure carries minimal medical risk and produces predictable results in experienced hands.
Stop smoking before surgery — smoking is the single biggest risk factor for graft failure. Have active gum disease treated before grafting. Follow post-operative instructions precisely, particularly the prohibition on brushing the graft site for two weeks. Switch to a soft toothbrush and gentle technique permanently to prevent future recession.
With proper oral hygiene and gentle brushing technique, gum grafts are long-lasting. The original cause of recession — whether aggressive brushing, thin tissue, or periodontal disease — must be identified and corrected to prevent recurrence. Switching to a soft toothbrush and mastering a gentle circular brushing motion is essential.
Graft outcomes depend heavily on the periodontist's skill and the technique used. Here is what to look for.
Our partner clinics have dedicated periodontal suites with microsurgical instruments, magnification systems, and the capability to process PRF on-site. They are equipped for the precision that soft tissue grafting demands and handle gum surgery cases routinely.
Our partner periodontists hold postgraduate qualifications in periodontology and specialise in soft tissue surgery. They are experienced in all graft techniques — connective tissue, free gingival, and tunnel with allograft — and recommend the approach best suited to your specific recession pattern.
Ask about root coverage success rates and which graft technique they recommend for your case. A periodontist who discusses tissue biotype, recession classification, and expected coverage percentage is working at the specialist level. Review before-and-after photos showing gum line symmetry and colour blending.
Gum graft results develop over several months as the tissue matures. Here is what to expect.
A successful graft covers exposed root surfaces, restores a natural gum line contour, and eliminates root sensitivity. The tissue thickens and blends in colour with the surrounding gum over two to three months. Multiple teeth treated in a single session heal with an even, symmetrical gum line.
Root coverage rates vary by recession severity and technique. Connective tissue grafts achieve 80–100% root coverage in most cases. The initial appearance improves within weeks, with final colour blending and tissue maturity reached by three to six months. Sensitivity resolves as the root becomes covered and sealed by the new tissue.
Gum grafting requires seven to ten days in Thailand. Here is how to plan your trip.
Plan for seven to ten days. Day one covers the consultation and periodontal assessment. The graft procedure is performed on day two or three. Follow-up appointments at days five and seven check graft integration and remove sutures if needed. Staying the full ten days gives the graft time to establish and gives you greater confidence before flying home.
Your care coordinator schedules all appointments and provides daily check-in support during recovery. The treatment quote covers the periodontist's fee, anaesthesia, graft material, medications, and follow-up. Flights and accommodation are separate.
The first three to four days require rest and a soft diet. By mid-week, most patients feel well enough for gentle sightseeing. Avoiding spicy food, alcohol, and strenuous activity for the first week protects the graft. Many patients combine grafting with other dental treatments scheduled around the recovery window.
Everything you need to know before your procedure
Patient Care Director
Last reviewed: March 25, 2026
Medical disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not replace professional dental advice. Individual results, recovery times, and suitability vary. Always consult a qualified dentist before making decisions about treatment.
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