Periodontal plastic surgical technique for gingival fenestration closure

Area of Science:

• Periodontology
• Oral surgery

Background:

• Gingival fenestration is an infrequently reported lesion characterized by an opening in oral keratinized tissue.
• It is typically observed in cases of thin gingiva with significant subgingival calculus deposits.

Observation:

• This lesion often lacks symptoms, potentially leading to underreporting and delayed patient awareness.
• The case presented highlights a specific instance of gingival fenestration.

Findings:

• The study details the surgical treatment of gingival fenestration.
• A connective tissue/periosteal graft was utilized for the surgical correction.

Implications:

• This report contributes to the limited literature on gingival fenestration management.
• It demonstrates a viable surgical approach for correcting this specific periodontal defect.