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Three-dimensional Inflammatory Human Tissue Equivalents of Gingiva
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Esthetic gingival recontouring--a plea for honesty
1Department of General Dentistry, University of Texas, Health Science Center, San Antonio Dental School, 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, Texas 78284, USA. robbinsdds@aol.com
Quintessence International (Berlin, Germany : 1985)
|February 24, 2001
Summary
Gingival recontouring requires understanding biologic width for stable results. Comprehensive evaluation and techniques like osseous recontouring ensure successful treatment of gingival discontinuities.
Area of Science:
- Periodontology
- Restorative Dentistry
Background:
- Gingival discontinuities present diagnostic and treatment challenges in dentistry.
- Lack of clear understanding of biologic width contributes to confusion in gingival recontouring procedures.
Observation:
- An initial gingivectomy for gingival recontouring failed due to inadequate preoperative evaluation, with tissue rebounding post-healing.
- A subsequent, comprehensive evaluation led to successful gingival recontouring using a mucoperiosteal flap and osseous recontouring.
Findings:
- Successful gingival recontouring depends on a thorough understanding of biologic width.
- Diagnostic bone sounding aids in selecting appropriate surgical procedures for predictable outcomes.
Implications:
- Accurate diagnosis and appropriate surgical techniques are crucial for stable and esthetic gingival recontouring.
- Implementing diagnostic bone sounding can improve treatment planning and patient results in periodontal plastic surgery.
