The semilunar flap technique may be considered as a simple, minimally invasive option for coronally repositioning the receded free gingival margin on the facial aspects of natural teeth and implants. Judicious case selection and careful application of the described procedure may enhance the final esthetic outcome using this approach. Work is currently in progress by the authors to provide long-term evidence-based results using this technique, with future considerations including the application of recent advances in microsurgical instrumentation to facilitate surgical tissue management.
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