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Long-term stability of soft tissue augmentative procedures at implant sites
Lorenzo Tavelli1,2,3, Shayan Barootchi1,2,4, Samuel Akhondi1
1Division of Periodontology, Department of Oral Medicine, Infection, and Immunity, Harvard School of Dental Medicine, Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
Soft tissue augmentation around dental implants, focusing on keratinized mucosa, mucosal thickness, and supracrestal tissue height, ensures long-term stability and success. These procedures are crucial for peri-implant health and esthetics, especially in challenging cases.
Area of Science:
- Periodontology
- Implant Dentistry
- Regenerative Medicine
Background:
- Peri-implant soft tissue phenotype is critical for dental implant longevity, affecting health, esthetics, and patient satisfaction.
- Inadequate soft tissue characteristics, such as limited keratinized mucosa (KM) and thin mucosal thickness (MT), are linked to peri-implant inflammation and bone loss.
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