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A direct technique with a double lateral bridging flap for coverage of denuded root surface and gingiva extension
Author(s) -
Marggraf E.
Publication year - 1985
Publication title -
journal of clinical periodontology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 3.456
H-Index - 151
eISSN - 1600-051X
pISSN - 0303-6979
DOI - 10.1111/j.1600-051x.1985.tb01355.x
Subject(s) - gingival recession , dentistry , cover (algebra) , orthodontics , medicine , bridging (networking) , computer science , mechanical engineering , computer network , engineering
We are introducing a new surgical technique which enables us to cover gingival recessions and extend the gingiva with a one‐step procedure. This method can be described generally as a combination of a coronally repositioned flap and a modified vestibulum plastic. So far this method has been applied to 55 teeth of 19 different patients. The results have been observed for 2 years. After this time, 54.5% (30 teeth) still had complete coverage of the previously denuded root surfaces. The results show that it is possible to cover gingival recessions without increasing the zone of keratinized gingiva.