Treatment Of Gingival Enlargement "What is gingival enlargement and how is it treated?" Enumeration of Techniques Performed to Increase Width of Attached Gingiva. Gingival augmentation apical to area of recession: Free epithelial autograft Free connective tissue autograft Apically positioned flap Fenestration Vestibular extension. "Understanding … [Read more...] about Treatment Of Gingival Enlargement
Periodontics
Frenectomy
"What is a frenectomy and why is it performed?" Frenectomy Frenum A frenum is a fold of mucous membrane usually with enclosed muscle fibers, that attaches the lips and cheeks to the alveolar mucosa and/or gingiva and underlying periosteum. "Role of labial frenectomy in correcting diastema" A frenum that encroaches the margin of the gingiva may interfere with plaque … [Read more...] about Frenectomy
Denuded Root Coverage: Step-by-Step Procedures
Denuded Root Coverage Root Coverage Procedures for Denuded Roots Free epithelial autograft Free connective tissue autograft Pedicle autografts Rotational, i.e. Lateral pedicle flap and double papilla flap Advanced, i.e. Coronally displaced flap and semilunar flap Subepithelial connective tissue graft Subpedicle connective tissue Pouch and tunnel … [Read more...] about Denuded Root Coverage: Step-by-Step Procedures
Leukocytes
Leukocytes Write short note on functions of leukocytes. Answer. Following are the function of leukocytes: "Importance Of Leukocytes In Fighting Infections" … [Read more...] about Leukocytes
Periodontal Pockets: Definition, Classification, Treatment Strategies
Management Of Periodontal Pockets: Definition, Classification, Clinical Features, Pathogenesis, And Treatment Strategies Contents of Periodontal Pockets Debris consist of: Microorganisms and their products (enzymes, endotoxins and metabolites). Dental plaque. Gingival fluid. Food remmants. Salivary mucin. Desquamated epithelial cells. … [Read more...] about Periodontal Pockets: Definition, Classification, Treatment Strategies