Biologic Width and Its Importance in Dentistry
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2014, Vol 2, Issue 5
Abstract
Biological width and the health of the periodontium are inseparable. Any violation of the biological width impairs the normal periodontium. This article gives a brief overview about the concept of biological width and it's importance in implants and restorative dentistry.
Authors and Affiliations
Preetha Selvan
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