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Dr. Kayhan Civelek, DDS MS

Periodontist

Dr. Kayhan Civelek DDS MS is a top Periodontist in New York, . With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. Kayhan Civelek DDS MS is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. Kayhan Civelek DDS MS is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in their field, Dr. Kayhan Civelek DDS MS is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. They embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In New York, NY, Dr. Kayhan Civelek DDS MS is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.
Dr. Kayhan Civelek, DDS MS
  • New York, NY
  • Ohio State University
  • Accepting new patients

Gum recession

There are 9 reasons for gum recession: 1. Using a hard brush 2. Brushing too long 3. Active orthodontic treatment 4. Orthodontic treatment in the past 5. Bad habits like READ MORE
There are 9 reasons for gum recession:

1. Using a hard brush
2. Brushing too long
3. Active orthodontic treatment
4. Orthodontic treatment in the past
5. Bad habits like holding a foreign substance in the mouth or between the teeth
6. Genes
7. Improperly done restoration or fillings
8. High muscle attachment, such as labial or lateral frenulums
9. Crocket teeth

Could be any of these or a combination of any of them.

Kayhan Civelek, DDS MS

When can I return to work after gum graft surgery?

If they are in the same site it has to be done in the same time since it is going to count as one surgery.
Usually it is 48 hr of discomfort