Fort Lauderdale · Periodontics
Reverse gum recession with precision —
tiny incisions, natural results, fast recovery.
Dr. Mathew J. Fien uses advanced minimally invasive grafting techniques to restore gum coverage, protect exposed roots, and rebuild the natural architecture of your smile — without the discomfort of traditional approaches.
1–2 days
typical recovery with minimally invasive technique
95%+
root coverage success rate
No palate
cutting required in most cases
15+ yrs
Dr. Fien's periodontal expertise
Why It Matters
When gum tissue pulls away from the tooth, it exposes the root surface — a part of your tooth never meant to be outside the gum. Exposed roots are vulnerable to decay, sensitivity, and eventual tooth loss. Left untreated, recession is progressive.
The goal of soft tissue grafting is to restore that protective coverage — using your own tissue or biocompatible grafting material — so your roots are shielded, your gums look healthy, and the recession stops advancing.
Dr. Fien's minimally invasive approach achieves the same — and often superior — root coverage outcomes compared to traditional techniques, with far less post-operative discomfort and a much faster return to daily life.
Before (top) & after (bottom) — gum recession reversed with minimally invasive grafting — actual Dr. Fien case
The Dr. Fien Approach
Traditional gum grafting removes a large section of tissue from the roof of your mouth — leaving two wound sites and a painful recovery. Dr. Fien uses tunnel and microsurgical techniques that require only tiny incisions, minimizing trauma to both the donor and recipient sites.
Graft is slid beneath a tunnel of gum tissue — no sutures visible at the graft site
Thin layer of tissue harvested from a tiny palatal incision — minimal donor-site discomfort
Donor tissue material eliminates the palatal harvest entirely for eligible patients
Fine sutures and magnification ensure optimal tissue adaptation and aesthetic outcome
Exposed root coverage restored (before top, after bottom) — actual Dr. Fien case
Is This Right for You?
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Real cases. Real results. From the operatory of Dr. Mathew J. Fien.
Dr. Fien will evaluate your gum recession and design a minimally invasive treatment plan — at no cost to you.
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4640 N Federal Hwy Ste H
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