Use of the Modified Apically Repositioned Flap Technique to Create Attached Gingiva in Areas of No Keratinized Tissue: A Clinical and Histologic Evaluation

The complete absence of keratinized attached gingiva on the buccal surface of a tooth can make the area more susceptible to gingival recession. The modified apically repositioned flap (MARF) technique is an effective procedure to increase the dimensions of attached gingiva in areas that present with...

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Published inThe International journal of periodontics & restorative dentistry Vol. 37; no. 3; p. 363
Main Authors Carnio, João, Camargo, Paulo M, Klokkevold, Perry R, Lin, Yi-Ling, Pirih, Flavia Q
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.05.2017
Subjects
Adult
Female
Follow-Up Studies
Gingiva - pathology
Gingiva - surgery
Gingival Recession - pathology
Gingival Recession - surgery
Humans
Surgical Flaps - pathology
Surgical Flaps - surgery
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Summary:The complete absence of keratinized attached gingiva on the buccal surface of a tooth can make the area more susceptible to gingival recession. The modified apically repositioned flap (MARF) technique is an effective procedure to increase the dimensions of attached gingiva in areas that present with some existing keratinized tissue. The objective of this case report is to present long-term clinical and histologic evidence that the MARF technique can be used to create attached gingiva in areas that lack keratinized tissue.
ISSN:1945-3388
DOI:10.11607/prd.2824