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Description
Soft tissue grafting is a viable treatment option for root coverage and enhancement of gingival biotype as well as the prevention of future gingival recession around teeth. Soft tissue grafting techniques around teeth have evolved over the years resulting in better and more predictable clinical outcomes. Research has found that like teeth, dental implants have better long-term prognosis when they have improved soft tissue quality and thickness. This presentation will give a background on the rationale for soft tissue grafting around teeth and dental implants. Various advanced surgical techniques will be presented with an emphasis on timing to improve outcomes both in terms of patient morbidity and long-term stability. There will be discussion of the use of L-PRF, homeopathic supplements, lasers and biologics to enhance wound healing as well as post grafting frenectomy and vestibular extensions to stabilize the gingival margin post hard and soft tissue grafting.
Upon completion of this presentation, participants should be able to: 1) discuss the history and rationale of soft tissue grafting around teeth; 2) describe treatment protocols for successful soft tissue augmentation around teeth and implants; and 3) discuss the concept of preserving the mucogingival complex for stability of teeth and implants or re-establishing the mucogingival complex following hard and soft tissue augmentation.