Pinhole Gum Surgery in Songdo, Incheon
The minimally invasive alternative to traditional gum grafting — less discomfort, faster recovery, and a beautiful natural smile restored.
What Is the Pinhole Technique ?
The Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique (PST) is a patented, scalpel-free procedure for treating gum recession. Instead of cutting and suturing, the clinician uses a specially designed instrument through a small pinhole to gently loosen and reposition gum tissue over the exposed root surfaces.
The result is immediate coverage of receded gums — without the extended healing time associated with traditional gum grafting. Multiple teeth can be treated in a single appointment.
- No incisions — a single pinhole entry point is used
- No sutures — no post-operative stitches to remove
- Significantly less bleeding and discomfort than grafting
- Much shorter procedure time
- Multiple teeth treated in one appointment
- Immediate visible improvement to the gumline
Pinhole vs. Traditional Gum Grafting
For patients with gum recession, the Pinhole technique offers significant advantages over traditional connective tissue grafting.
Less Pain & Bleeding
No scalpel incisions means dramatically reduced intraoperative bleeding and post-operative pain compared to traditional grafting procedures.
Lower Infection Risk
The minimal wound site means significantly reduced risk of post-operative infection — particularly important for patients with systemic conditions.
Shorter Treatment Time
Multiple areas of recession can be treated in a single appointment — what would traditionally require multiple graft procedures is completed in one visit.
Pinhole Surgery Questions
What our international patients ask about the Pinhole gum technique.
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Minimally Invasive Gum Treatment for Expats in Songdo, Incheon
As a Chao Pinhole® certified provider in Songdo, Yeonsu-gu, our clinic offers this advanced gum recession treatment to international patients throughout Incheon — including those near Incheon International Airport and at Incheon Global Campus — with full English consultation and aftercare.
Restore Your Gumline — Minimally
Find out if Pinhole surgery is right for you. Free English-language consultation at our Songdo clinic.
