Bone-added periodontal plastic surgery: a new approach in esthetic dentistry

Ann Surg Innov Res. 2015 Feb 11:9:1. doi: 10.1186/s13022-015-0010-5. eCollection 2015.

Abstract

This article proposes a combined technique including bone grafting, connective tissue graft, and coronally advanced flap to create some space for simultaneous bone regrowth and root coverage. A 23 year-old female was referred to our private clinic with a severe class II Miller recession and lack of attached gingiva. The suggested treatment plan comprised of root coverage combined with xenograft bone particles. The grafted area healed well and full coverage was achieved at 12-month follow-up visit. Bone-added periodontal plastic surgery can be considered as a practical procedure for management of deep gingival recession without buccal bone plate.

Keywords: Bone graft; Periodontal regeneration; Plastic surgery; Root coverage.

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  • Case Reports