“Gingival Biotype with Clinical Applicability: An Overview”

Gingival biotype is of greatest concern in aesthetic reconstructive dentistry, particularly affecting the successful outcome of dental implant placement, periodontal surgeries such as root coverage and ridge augmentation procedures. As gingival biotype has been classified into thick and thin, their applicability into various diagnostic, surgical procedures are hence, must to redaction. The purpose of this article is to provide an overview on gingival biotype and application of available knowledge into practicality. Received date: 19/10/2015 Accepted date: 02/12/2015 Published date: 10/12/2015