What is FGG periodontal?
The free gingival graft (FGG) is a surgical procedure frequently used in periodontics to increase the amount of keratinized tissue surrounding a tooth or a dental implant. Keratinized tissue plays a major role (around teeth and dental implants), helping to maintain and facilitate oral hygiene.
Does the dimension of the graft influence patient morbidity and root coverage outcomes?
The clinical and aesthetic evaluations were performed 1 year after the surgery. Conclusions: Coronally advanced flap plus CTG of reduced thickness and height was associated with less patient morbidity, better aesthetic evaluations with no difference in RC outcomes.
What is the difference between a free gingival graft and a connective tissue graft?
Free gingival grafts involve the same process as connective-tissue grafts except that the tissue is specifically taken from the palate of the mouth. Lastly, pedicle grafts use the tissue next to the affected tooth in need of repair.
What is soft tissue augmentation?
Soft tissue augmentation is accomplished by vertically incising the infraspinatus at the level of the glenoid and securing it to the capsule and glenoid with use of the previously placed capsule repair sutures.
How successful are gum grafts?
The gum grafting procedure has a 90% success rate, therefore patients can feel confident the procedure will benefit them. Recovery from this procedure normally takes 4-6 weeks, during which patients will be asked not to brush or floss near the newly repaired area.
What is the success rate of gum grafting?
Why do I need connective tissue graft?
CONNECTIVE TISSUE GRAFT ( CTG): This technique is used when there is gum recession around teeth and causes cosmetic problems. This technique CTG has the best results regarding root coverage and color-matching the adjacent tissue area. CTG can be used alone or with regenerative materials.
What are soft tissue implant materials?
Surgically Implanted Materials Expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (e-PTFE) is by far the most commonly used synthetic implantable material for soft tissue augmentation. Currently, it is marketed as Gore-Tex subcutaneous augmentation material (SAM) or Advanta implants.
Are gum grafts worth it?
Gum grafting is a highly safe and effective procedure; it has been tested and proven successful in treating countless cases of receding and thinning gums due to aggressive brushing and gum disease. Still, complications and infections may occur, especially without proper post-op care.
Can gum graft fall off?
The first step in augmentation involves preparing the recipient bed. This in effect is a de-epithelialisation of the gingival tissues at the desired site. The bed must be large enough to ensure that there is adequate blood supply for the graft.