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Gum Grafts

Reverse Years Of Damage

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Bring Back Your Healthy Gumline With Gum Grafts in Oxnard

When you have advanced stages of gum disease, your gums recede and pull away from your tooth roots. This puts you at risk for more serious dental complications, including tooth loss. At Anacapa Dental Art Institute, our in-house periodontist, Dr. Jonathan Gordon, can give you back your healthy smile with Oxnard gum grafts. This procedure will:

  • Give you a gumline that looks and feels healthy
  • Cover up exposed tooth roots
  • Put a stop to dental sensitivity and pain
  • Improve your long-term oral health
  • Help prevent tooth loss
  • Make it possible for you to receive implants and other reconstructive treatments

If you're a new patient, schedule a consultation by contacting us today for an appointment. We'll show you around our state-of-the-art facility and create a treatment plan that revives your gum health.

Avoid Tooth Loss With a Gum Grafting Procedure

Your gums play an important role in your smile, part of which is keeping your teeth in place. They also protect your body from harmful bacteria getting into your bloodstream. When you visit our practice, we are always mindful of your whole body health as we treat your smile. Dr. Gordon will focus on restoring your gum health first and eliminating the infection that's causing the disease.

If disease has caused your gums to recede, the next step is replenishing your gumline. You don't want to leave your tooth roots exposed because it may lead to further infection. You also risk losing teeth if you neglect this necessary step in reviving your gum health.

A gum grafting procedure restores your gumline using either your own tissue or donor tissue. While it's understandable to feel nervous, you don't have anything to fear. We keep you comfortable with:

  • Sedation options including laughing gas, oral sedation, IV sedation, or even general anesthesia, if necessary
  • Advanced technology such as digital X-rays and intraoral cameras, which help us plan your procedure
  • Modern techniques that focus on giving you the best possible treatment and ideal results

Don't neglect your oral health! See if gum grafts in Oxnard are right for your smile by calling Anacapa Dental Art Institute today for an appointment. You can also schedule online if you prefer.

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Be Inspired By the Beautiful Smiles of Anacapa Dental Art Institute

We are the cosmetic and implant specialists who provide the excellent dental care you deserve. We create Anacapa Aesthetic Smiles that are both functional and beautiful. Be inspired by our work, and then schedule your consultation to discover what is possible for your smile.

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Read Why Patients Love Us

I can't say enough wonderful things about my experience at Anacapa Dental Art Institute. From the moment I walked through the door, I felt genuinely cared for by entire team.Dr. Jivraj is an exceptional professional whose experience and attention to detail are unmatched. I felt comfortable and...

I can't say enough wonderful things about my experience at Anacapa Dental Art Institute. From the moment I walked through the door, I felt genuinely cared for by entire team.
Dr. Jivraj is an exceptional professional whose experience and attention to detail are unmatched. I felt comfortable and confident throughout the treatment process. Thank you all for making my dental experience so positive and life-changing!


Hasmik A.

Had my first appointment today at the office, all the ladies I came in contact with were so kind! From Ale checking me in and Elaine checking me out. Brooke has the perfect touch, I saw her for a cleaning today and Dr. Deicy was so sweet and honest.

Bianca M.

Anacapa Dental Art Institute gives the highest level of professionalism and care. Their office is very clean and welcoming. I'm so pleased to be working with them on my smile improvement!

Sara L.

Dr. Jivraj and his staff are the absolute BEST in the industry and we are so lucky they're in practice here, locally, in Ventura County. They worked with me on every aspect of my dental journey. I couldn't have asked for anything more. They're upfront, forthright, and honest. I can't recommend...

Dr. Jivraj and his staff are the absolute BEST in the industry and we are so lucky they're in practice here, locally, in Ventura County. They worked with me on every aspect of my dental journey. I couldn't have asked for anything more. They're upfront, forthright, and honest. I can't recommend anyone to a better dental group than Anacapa Dental Art Institute. You'll be amazed at how they can change your image of self. Smile again without any worry of what others will think, and give you back your self-confidence.


Tina C.

Dr. Jivraj and his staff greeted me as if I was someone special. They were cheerful, kind, efficient and professional. The office is immaculate, state of the art, and simply gorgeous. We are so happy for Dr. J along with his staff to be our new dentist. We highly recommend this office for your...

Dr. Jivraj and his staff greeted me as if I was someone special. They were cheerful, kind, efficient and professional. The office is immaculate, state of the art, and simply gorgeous. We are so happy for Dr. J along with his staff to be our new dentist. We highly recommend this office for your dental care.


Lani S.

I would really like to give Dr. "J" and Anacapa Dental Art Institute a 100-star review. Five stars is not nearly enough! I am so delighted and happy with my beautiful new white smile. It is absolutely perfect! He was warm and personable, and enthusiastic, And he assured me that he would...

I would really like to give Dr. "J" and Anacapa Dental Art Institute a 100-star review. Five stars is not nearly enough! I am so delighted and happy with my beautiful new white smile. It is absolutely perfect! He was warm and personable, and enthusiastic, And he assured me that he would give me the perfect set of teeth and smile for me as an individual.


Maureen B.

I have both upper and lower complete implants and couldn't be happier. Dr. J and his assistant Laura are amazing. My appointments always started on time, there was minimal pain, and they always called at home to check in on me. The office is equipped with incredible state-of-the-art...

I have both upper and lower complete implants and couldn't be happier. Dr. J and his assistant Laura are amazing. My appointments always started on time, there was minimal pain, and they always called at home to check in on me. The office is equipped with incredible state-of-the-art measuring equipment. Dr. J lectures around the world on this specialty. We are so lucky that he is in Ventura!


Barbara J.

Dr. Jivraj is a perfectionist, top-notch, and he expects nothing less from his team. Point blank, he's the best. He laid out a plan. He said, "In 6-8 months I'll have you crunching on an apple." I had no doubt that he meant every word. He exuded confidence and made me feel completely...

Dr. Jivraj is a perfectionist, top-notch, and he expects nothing less from his team. Point blank, he's the best. He laid out a plan. He said, "In 6-8 months I'll have you crunching on an apple." I had no doubt that he meant every word. He exuded confidence and made me feel completely comfortable. His wonderful financing department came up with a plan that was affordable for me, and got me interest-free financing for up to 2 years. Not once throughout this process was I made to feel uncomfortable or embarrassed, and they treated me like family.


Steven W.

This place is professional, comprehensive, and nice. Loved the staff and loved the holistic look that the doctor took to consider my orthodontics (being done elsewhere) and sleep apnea and making requests of the orthodontist to account for the issue. Anyway, I just went in for routine cleaning,...

This place is professional, comprehensive, and nice. Loved the staff and loved the holistic look that the doctor took to consider my orthodontics (being done elsewhere) and sleep apnea and making requests of the orthodontist to account for the issue. Anyway, I just went in for routine cleaning, and it was much more service-oriented and comprehensive than I expected.


Darryl A.

Coming to Anacapa Dental Art Institute is one of the best decisions I have made. This is a caring and professional team who want to do the best work for me. If you care about your teeth, come here for a consultation. I had a minor adjustment needed on my lower denture, and called. I was in for...

Coming to Anacapa Dental Art Institute is one of the best decisions I have made. This is a caring and professional team who want to do the best work for me. If you care about your teeth, come here for a consultation. I had a minor adjustment needed on my lower denture, and called. I was in for that adjustment in just hours! The staff here is outstanding.


Anthony V.

I was immediately impressed by the attentiveness from the employees at the front desk. They were joyful and made you feel immediately at ease. They then took me on a tour of the facility. The rooms were super clean and all equipment is state of the art. I was introduced to pretty much...

I was immediately impressed by the attentiveness from the employees at the front desk. They were joyful and made you feel immediately at ease. They then took me on a tour of the facility. The rooms were super clean and all equipment is state of the art. I was introduced to pretty much everyone on staff and they were all happy and friendly. After having X-rays, I then met with the dentist. He was very knowledgeable and I agreed with everything he discussed in regards to the problems with my teeth.


Denise D.

Traveling from overseas and broke my dentures the day before departure. Once in LA, I started looking for a dentist. I made an appointment with Dr. J. I was my lucky day:) after crossing the threshold of Anacapa I felt at home. I couldn't believe it but the Dr. took my dentures and fixed them,...

Traveling from overseas and broke my dentures the day before departure. Once in LA, I started looking for a dentist. I made an appointment with Dr. J. I was my lucky day:) after crossing the threshold of Anacapa I felt at home. I couldn't believe it but the Dr. took my dentures and fixed them, so just saw my desperation saw me , not only my money. the tears poured into my eyes by themselves. After this we talked about options, yes, it's a lot of money, but it's worth it. Today I have lower fixed dentures and love them.


Dorota S.

Common Questions About Gum Grafts

How do gum grafts work?

If your gums recede due to gum disease or other factors, your tooth roots can be exposed. This causes uncomfortable sensitivity to hot and cold substances. It also makes you more susceptible to dental decay and other problems and can even result in losing teeth. To avoid these issues, we can remove tissue from another part of your mouth and transfer it to your gums during a grafting procedure.

Are gum grafts worth it?

Gum grafts are worth it because they keep your teeth intact. You can avoid the cost and hassle of replacing lost teeth. Since you can't get dental implants without healthy gums, your tooth replacement options would also be limited without a gum graft. A gum graft can also restore the appearance of a smile that has receding gums and exposed tooth roots.

Are gum grafts safe?

We don't perform gum grafts for just anyone. We will ensure you are a good candidate for grafting first. Your dentist will take images and perform a thorough examination to make sure your oral health is good before recommending this procedure. Dr. Gordon is a periodontist, a dentist with specialized education and training in gum health.