"What is periodontal plastic surgery?" Periodontal Plastic Surgery Mucogingival surgery, term given by Friedman describe the surgical procedures for correction of relationship between gingiva and oral mucous membrane in reference to three specific problem areas, i.e. attached gingiva, shallow vestibule and frenum interfering with marginal gingiva. So along with advancement of … [Read more...] about Periodontal Plastic Surgery
Free Gingival Graft and Classify Gingival Recession
"What is a free gingival graft and how does it work?" Free Gingival Graft Free Gingival Graft is also known as epithelial gingival graft or free mucosal autograft. Free gingival graft is used to create a wide zone of attached gingiva. Secondary objectives are root coverage and vestibular deepening. Free Gingival Graft Procedure Step 1—Inject anesthesia: … [Read more...] about Free Gingival Graft and Classify Gingival Recession
Coronally Advanced Flap
"What is the classification system for periodontal disease?" Coronally Advanced Flap Coronally Advanced Flap is also known as coronally advanced tunnel technique. For minimizing the incisions and reflection of flaps and to provide good blood supply to donor tissue, the placement of subepithelial donor connective tissue into the pouches beneath the papillary tunnels … [Read more...] about Coronally Advanced Flap
Hemisection
"What is a hemisection and why is it performed?" Hemisection Hemisection is defined as “surgical removal of the root with associated part of the crown. It is used with reference to mandibular molars”. Glossary of periodontal terms 1986. Hemisection is also known as bicuspidization. Hemisection Procedure Local anesthesia should be given to the patient. … [Read more...] about Hemisection
Splinting In Periodontal Therapy
Splinting In Periodontal Therapy "What is splinting in periodontal therapy and why is it important?" A periodontal splint is an appliance used for maintaining or stabilizing mobile teeth in their functional position. Principles of Periodontal Splinting Before proceeding for the splinting, following principles should be considered: Only after the completion of … [Read more...] about Splinting In Periodontal Therapy