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| Year : 2012 | Volume
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| Issue : 2 | Page : 138-140 |
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A pre-prosthetic soft tissue augmentation using a simplified technique
Tanya Jadhav1, Jothi Varghese1, Jyoti Hassija2, GS Bhat1, KM Bhat1
1 Department of Periodontics, Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Manipal University, Manipal, Karnataka, India
2 Department of Prosthodontics, Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Manipal University, Manipal, Karnataka, India
Correspondence Address:
Jothi Varghese
Department of Periodontics, Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Manipal University, Manipal, Karnataka
India
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DOI: 10.4103/2229-5194.100610
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Despite the increased demands for single tooth implants, many patients still opt for fixed partial dentures to close the edentulous spaces . Prior to the replacement of missing teeth, aesthetic and physiologic corrections of edentulous areas are critical pre-requisites. This case describes a simple method to enhance a localized buccal ridge defect and create an emergence profile in relation to the maxillary right premolar region, prior to the construction of a fixed partial denture. This technique involved using a connective tissue and platelet rich fibrin membrane for soft tissue augmentation, so as to obtain a natural form and maintain a healthy periodontium.
Clinical Relevance to Interdisciplinary Dentistry
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- Role of pre-prosthetic periodontal surgery to achieve improved aesthetics.
- Use of Connective tissue graft and PRF for a more predictable outcome. This simple technique enabled the simultaneous preparation and augmentation of the ridge.
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