Soft tissue augmentation with autogenous grafts is widely used in various disciplines of dentistry. Indicated in partially and fully edentulous patients to augment areas with reduced width of keratinized gingiva, as well as to increase soft tissue volume. The following case report describes an unusual presentation of preprosthetic surgery, where ridge reconstruction was done using a free gingiv...

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the inflammatory response in dento-gingival units with or without attached gingiva in monkeys. Two different types of dento-gingival units with or without attached gingiva were established in premolar and first molar areas of three monkeys. In the experimental group, a part of the keratinized gingiva was removed with periodontal scissors following mucop...

background and aims. the anatomical features of gingiva are important in appropriate periodontal treatment planning. this study was designed to determine the anatomic features of gingival in a group of dental students in tabriz, iran. materials and methods. one-hundred healthy subjects (aged 20-24 years old) with no history of periodontal or orthodontic treatment and a gingival index of zero or...

statement of problem: the long-term success of a dental implant relies on implant osseointegration into native and viable bone, implant placement in an ideal position, and optimal hard and soft tissue contour. this requires the presence of sufficient alveolar bone volume, good alveolar ridge (practically with no sign of atrophy) and good surgical technique.   objectives: the aim of this randomi...

This case report describes the treatment of a patient with a horizontally impacted maxillary central incisor, a canine in the same quadrant, and an inclusion tendency. Due to severe crowing in the maxilla and the Class II molar relationship on the impaction side, a 2-stage treatment plan was developed. In the first stage, the right first premolar and deciduous canine were extracted; this allowe...

The aim of this clinical prospective study was to evaluate the alterations that occurred in the gingival dimensions of canine teeth following dentoalveolar distraction (DAD) during a 12 month follow-up period.The study sample comprised 36 maxillary canines of 18 growing or adult subjects with a mean age of 16.94 years (13.08-25.58 years) at the start of treatment. Full retraction of the canines...

Actinomyces spp. are located without displaying any pathogenic effect in the oral flora. However, the disruption of oral microenvironmental balance, mucosal tissue integrity, and defense system can cause microorganisms to settle on deep periodontal tissues and to induce pathologic reactions. The present case report describes erythematous and desquamative lesions with pseudomembrane limited to t...

Abstract Introduction The portion of the keratinized gingiva that is firmly attached to bone a significant determinant influencing oral hygiene and aids in removal deposits from gingival crest, upgrades esthetics, minimizes erythema area restituted dentition. Aim To assess an interrelation among thickness gingiva, erythema, dental hygiene. An vestibular height, Materials Methods A transverse st...

Little is known about whether the depth of vestibular fornix influences people’s ability to access their teeth remove plaque during oral hygiene measures at home. This study aimed investigate association between and periodontal health. The included 100 adults in good health, with a index (PI) ≤15%, bleeding on probing (BOP) ≤10%, pocket (PPD) ≤3 mm. Using probe digital caliper, we measured PI, ...

Fear of losing the teeth is common among patients presenting with gingival recession. This report describes a case in which unusual gingival recessions were caused by lip piercing. Periodontal treatment involved removal of the causative agent, hygiene instruction, scaling and root planing, and coverage of the root with a subepithelial connective tissue graft. The therapeutic measures applied in...