Gum Grafting on the Northshore

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  Our team of Specialists, located in North Vancouver's Northshore Implant Perio Centre perform a full range of dental treatments, including dental implant placement, bone augmentation, gum grafts, esthetic crown lengthening  and all other aspects of periodontal surgery to achieve your full smile makeover - all performed in a warm and caring environment.

    Our team of Specialists, located in North Vancouver's Northshore Implant Perio Centre focus on gum grafting treatments performed in a warm and caring environment.

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Gum Graft Treatment

Gum grafting is a common procedure that can improve your beautiful smile 

A gum graft (also known as a gingival graft or periodontal plastic surgery), is a collective name for surgical periodontal procedures that aim to cover an exposed tooth root surface with grafted oral tissue.


Exposed tooth roots are usually the result of gingival recession due to periodontal disease. There are other common causes, including overly aggressive brushing and trauma.


Here are some of the most common types of gum grafting:


Free gingival graft – This procedure is often used to thicken gum tissue. A layer of tissue is removed from the palate and relocated to the area affected by gum recession. Both sites will heal within a short period of time.


Subepithelial connective tissue graft – This procedure is commonly used to cover exposed roots. Tissue is removed fairly painlessly from the inner layer of the palate and relocated to the site of gum recession.


Acellular dermal matrix allograft – This procedure uses medically processed, donated human or animal tissue as a tissue source for the graft. The advantage of this is procedure is that there is no need for a donor site from the patient’s palate (and thus, less discomfort).

Reasons for gum grafting

Gum grafting is a common procedure that can improve your beautiful smile 

Gum grafting is a common periodontal procedure. Though the name might sound frightening, the procedure is commonly performed with excellent results.


Here are some of the major benefits associated with gum grafting:


Reduced sensitivity – When the tooth root becomes exposed, eating or drinking hot or cold foods can cause extreme sensitivity to the teeth. Gum grafting surgery permanently covers the exposed root, helps reduce discomfort, and restores the good health of the gums.


Improved appearance – Periodontal disease is characterized by gum recession and inflammation. Gum recession and root exposure can make the teeth look longer than normal and the smile to appear “toothy.” Gum grafting can make the teeth look shorter, more symmetrical and generally more pleasing to look at. In addition, adjacent tissue can be enhanced and augmented during the procedure for aesthetic purposes.


Improved gum health – Periodontal disease can progress and destroy gum tissue very rapidly. If left untreated, a large amount of gum tissue can be lost in a short period of time. Gum grafting can help halt tissue and bone loss; preventing further problems and protecting exposed roots from further decay.

Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique

  • What is the Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique (PST)?

    The Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique is a minimally invasive option for treating gum recession. Unlike traditional grafting techniques, PST is incision and suture free. All of the tools and techniques used to perform the Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique were created by Dr. John Chao, and who trained our doctor.

  • How does the Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique (PST) differ from traditional gum grafting?

    Traditional gum recession treatments involve the use of donor tissue or soft tissue grafts in order to rebuild the gumline. This soft tissue would be sutured in place and would join with existing gum tissue as it healed. While this traditional grafting treatment is effective, comparable results with better patient experience can be achieved through the Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique.

  • How is Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique (PST) performed?

    During the Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique, a needle is used to make a small hole in the patient’s existing gum tissue. Through this pinhole, special instruments are used to gently loosen the gum tissue. These tools help expand and slide the gumline to cover the exposed root structure.


    There are no grafts, no sutures, and no incisions needed with the Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique. It simply involves the adjustment of the existing tissue.

  • What are the benefits of Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique (PST)?

    The benefits of the Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique are many:

    • Less discomfort for the patient after treatment
    • Faster recovery for the patient than traditional grafting
    • No need for uncomfortable sutures
    • No need for scalpels or invasive surgical tools
    • No need to take donor tissue from the patient’s palate
    • Excellent, natural-looking, long-lasting results

Gum Grafting by Specialists in Periodontics

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 Dr. Farzin Ghannad 

Certified Specialist in Periodontics

DDS, MSc, Dip. Perio, FRCD(C)

Dr. Farzin Ghannad earned his dental degree from the University of Goettingen, Germany in 1996. He moved to Ottawa in 1997 where he maintained a successful general dental practice until 2004. 


In 2007, Dr. Ghannad completed his 3 year Masters Specialty training in Periodontics and Implant Surgery at the University of British Columbia earning a diploma in Periodontics & Master of Science. 


He is one the two founders of Implant Perio Centre in Vancouver and Implant Perio Centre in North Vancouver.


Dr. Ghannad held the position of Associate Director of Graduate Periodontics and Implant Surgery at the University of British Columbia from 2010-2015. During that period, he was also affiliated with Vancouver General Hospital and performed periodontal and implant treatment on medically compromised patients. 


Currently, he works in his private practices in Vancouver, North Vancouver and serves the community in Kamloops and Yellowknife. As an assistant professor at the University of British Columbia, he is involved in training of periodontal residents. 


Dr. Ghannad actively lectures nationally and internationally in study clubs and hands on courses on the subject of periodontics and implant surgery.

 Dr. Farzin Ghannad 

Certified Specialist in Periodontics

DDS, MSc, Dip. Perio, FRCD(C)

Dr. Farzin Ghannad earned his dental degree from the University of Goettingen, Germany in 1996. He moved to Ottawa in 1997 where he maintained a successful general dental practice until 2004. 


In 2007, Dr. Ghannad completed his 3 year Masters Specialty training in Periodontics and Implant Surgery at the University of British Columbia earning a diploma in Periodontics & Master of Science. 


He is one the two founders of Implant Perio Centre in Vancouver and Implant Perio Centre in North Vancouver.


Dr. Ghannad held the position of Associate Director of Graduate Periodontics and Implant Surgery at the University of British Columbia from 2010-2015. During that period, he was also affiliated with Vancouver General Hospital and performed periodontal and implant treatment on medically compromised patients. 


Currently, he works in his private practices in Vancouver, North Vancouver and serves the community in Kamloops and Yellowknife. As an assistant professor at the University of British Columbia, he is involved in training of periodontal residents. 


Dr. Ghannad actively lectures nationally and internationally in study clubs and hands on courses on the subject of periodontics and implant surgery.

 Dr.Farzan Ghannad 

Certified Specialist in Periodontics

DDS, MSc, Dip. Perio, FRCD(C)

Dr. Farzan Ghannad, founder of North Vancouver’s Northshore Implant Perio Centre (IPC), is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada, a member of the Canadian Academy of Periodontists, the British Columbia Society of Periodontists as well as the American Academy of Periodontists. As a Certified Specialist in Periodontics and a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia, Dr. Ghannad is involved in surgical and didactic training of future dentists and specialists in the field of periodontics. Currently he maintains a private practice in Vancouver and routinely provides specialty care in the Northwest Territories and Saskatchewan. 


Dr. Farzan Ghannad grew up in Ottawa and attained his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Heidelberg, Germany. After a few successful years in private practice, he completed an intense three-year surgical specialty residency at the University of British Columbia, for which he earned a Masters in Craniofacial Science as well as a Diploma in Periodontics and Implant Surgery.

Dr. Farzan Ghannad has been the recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including the “Kathleen McAnulty Memorial Prize”, the “Nobel BioCare Achievement Award”, and the “Biomet 3i Canada Inc Prize” for excellence in clinical performance. He was also among the few to be awarded the “UBC DMD Graduate Teaching Assistant Award” in 2011/12.


Farzan is devoted to his patients’ ultimate comfort and care at the state of the art Northshore Implant Perio Centre in North Vancouver; but his time away from his dental practice is dedicated to his family and engaging in an active lifestyle, including spending as much time as possible skiing on the mountains during the winter season and cycling around our beautiful city. 

 Dr.Farzan Ghannad 

Certified Specialist in Periodontics

DDS, MSc, Dip. Perio, FRCD(C)

Dr. Farzan Ghannad, founder of North Vancouver’s Northshore Implant Perio Centre (IPC), is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada, a member of the Canadian Academy of Periodontists, the British Columbia Society of Periodontists as well as the American Academy of Periodontists. As a Certified Specialist in Periodontics and a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia, Dr. Ghannad is involved in surgical and didactic training of future dentists and specialists in the field of periodontics. Currently he maintains a private practice in Vancouver and routinely provides specialty care in the Northwest Territories and Saskatchewan. 


Dr. Farzan Ghannad grew up in Ottawa and attained his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Heidelberg, Germany. After a few successful years in private practice, he completed an intense three-year surgical specialty residency at the University of British Columbia, for which he earned a Masters in Craniofacial Science as well as a Diploma in Periodontics and Implant Surgery.

Dr. Farzan Ghannad has been the recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including the “Kathleen McAnulty Memorial Prize”, the “Nobel BioCare Achievement Award”, and the “Biomet 3i Canada Inc Prize” for excellence in clinical performance. He was also among the few to be awarded the “UBC DMD Graduate Teaching Assistant Award” in 2011/12.


Farzan is devoted to his patients’ ultimate comfort and care at the state of the art Northshore Implant Perio Centre in North Vancouver; but his time away from his dental practice is dedicated to his family and engaging in an active lifestyle, including spending as much time as possible skiing on the mountains during the winter season and cycling around our beautiful city. 

Dr. Marissa Garcia

Certified Specialist in Periodontics

DDS, MSc, Dip. Perio, FRCD(C)

Dr. Marissa Garcia is a Certified Specialist in Periodontics and one of the current leaders in comprehensive Periodontal Patient Care. She earned her dental degree from Cayetano Heredia University, Peru in 1998. During the next 2 years, she worked as a general practitioner and concurrently pursued a Diploma in Periodontics in Peru.


Dr. Garcia then moved to Vancouver spending the next 3 years earning two additional postgraduate degrees from the University of British Columbia, namely a Diploma in the Specialty of Periodontics and a Masters in Science. During her studies she was awarded with the prestigious Joseph Tonzetich Scholarship in recognition of her promising research abilities. 


She serves the community in various positions, such as her private practice specializing in Implant & Periodontal care in Vancouver and her teaching affiliation with the Faculty of Dentistry at UBC.


Dr. Garcia is the Director of Undergraduate Periodontics at the University of British Columbia and serves the Division of Periodontics as a Clinical Assistant Professor. She is also a fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and a Member of the Canadian Academy of Periodontology, the American Academy of Periodontology and the British Columbia Society of Periodontists. 


In 2008, Dr. Garcia was honoured by the American Academy of Periodontology with the “2008 Educator Award” for Outstanding Mentoring & Teaching in Periodontics. 


As a wife and mother of two children, she enjoys spending time with her family. When she’s not working at UBC or the Vancouver Implant Perio Centre you can find her running in the outdoors or dancing Zumba.

Dr. Marissa Garcia

Certified Specialist in Periodontics

DDS, MSc, Dip. Perio, FRCD(C)

Dr. Marissa Garcia is a Certified Specialist in Periodontics and one of the current leaders in comprehensive Periodontal Patient Care. She earned her dental degree from Cayetano Heredia University, Peru in 1998. During the next 2 years, she worked as a general practitioner and concurrently pursued a Diploma in Periodontics in Peru.


Dr. Garcia then moved to Vancouver spending the next 3 years earning two additional postgraduate degrees from the University of British Columbia, namely a Diploma in the Specialty of Periodontics and a Masters in Science. During her studies she was awarded with the prestigious Joseph Tonzetich Scholarship in recognition of her promising research abilities. 


She serves the community in various positions, such as her private practice specializing in Implant & Periodontal care in Vancouver and her teaching affiliation with the Faculty of Dentistry at UBC.


Dr. Garcia is the Director of Undergraduate Periodontics at the University of British Columbia and serves the Division of Periodontics as a Clinical Assistant Professor. She is also a fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and a Member of the Canadian Academy of Periodontology, the American Academy of Periodontology and the British Columbia Society of Periodontists. 


In 2008, Dr. Garcia was honoured by the American Academy of Periodontology with the “2008 Educator Award” for Outstanding Mentoring & Teaching in Periodontics. 


As a wife and mother of two children, she enjoys spending time with her family. When she’s not working at UBC or the Vancouver Implant Perio Centre you can find her running in the outdoors or dancing Zumba.

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