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Creeping attachment: A literature review
Wenjuan Wan1,2, Heli Zhong1,3, Jiawei Wang1
1Department of Prosthodontics, Hubei-MOST KLOS & KLOBM, School and Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University, Wuhan, China.
Creeping attachment, a phenomenon following mucogingival surgery, can provide additional root coverage. However, the extent and predictability of this gingival margin migration vary.
Area of Science:
- Periodontology
- Oral Surgery
- Regenerative Dentistry
Background:
- Mucogingival surgery is a common dental procedure.
- A notable post-surgical outcome is creeping attachment, characterized by gingival margin migration.
- Understanding creeping attachment is crucial for assessing surgical success.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the characteristics, significance, and mechanisms of creeping attachment after mucogingival surgery.
- To describe the various manifestations and influencing factors of creeping attachment.
- To enhance clinical recognition and understanding of this phenomenon.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature review of 82 relevant articles.
- Analysis of characteristics and significance of creeping attachment.
- Exploration of the underlying mechanisms and contributing factors.
Main Results:
- Creeping attachment can lead to further root coverage post-mucogingival surgery.
- The occurrence and degree of root coverage are not consistently predictable.
- Various factors influence the manifestation and extent of creeping attachment.
Conclusions:
- Creeping attachment is a significant factor in the long-term prognosis of mucogingival surgeries.
- While beneficial for root coverage, its outcomes require careful consideration.
- Further understanding aids clinicians in managing and predicting this post-surgical event.
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