Microsurgical Reconstruction of Receded Gingiva Using Alloderm In Esthetic Zone

Ranjana Mohan, Robin Srivastava and Mohan Gundappa
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Mohan Gundappa: Department of Periodontology, Teerthanker Mahaveer Dental College and Research Centre,India

Juniper Online Journal of Orthopedic & Orthoplastic Surgery, 2017, vol. 1, issue 2, 30-32

Abstract: Harmony of lips, gingival color, contour and the position, along with size, shape of teeth results in esthetically pleasing smile. Gingival recession in esthetic zone poses the greatest challenge to a clinician. Majority of periodontal plastic surgery are undertaken to treat or prevent marginal recession. Microsurgical reconstruction of the lost gingiva has been a recent advancement in periodontal plastic surgery. Patient aged 34 years reported to the department of Periodontology with the complaint of long looking upper corner tooth with sensitivity. Gingival recession with 13 was diagnosed and treated with minimally invasive periodontal plastic surgery for the root coverage using Alloderm with coronally advanced flap. 100 % root coverage was obtained improving patients smile.

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Date: 2017
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DOI: 10.19080/JOJOOS.2017.01.555558

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