Soft tissue surgery for implants.

Dent Clin North Am

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Boston University, 100 East Newton Street, G407, Boston, MA 02118, USA.

Published: April 2015

Adequate quality and quantity of soft tissue plays an integral part in the esthetic outcome of dental implants. Adequate band of attached tissue decreases the incidence of mucositis and improves hygiene around implants. This article discusses a variety of techniques for soft tissue augmentation. Soft tissue grafting can be achieved at various stages of implant therapy. Epithelial connective tissue grafts are commonly used to increase the band of attached tissue. Subepithelial connective tissue grafts are great for increasing soft tissue thickness and improving the gingival biotype.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cden.2014.10.012DOI Listing

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