Inverted Periosteal Technique – A Solution to Multiple Teeth Recession
Journal Title: Dentistry – Open Journal - Year 2014, Vol 1, Issue 1
Abstract
Background: The periosteum being a highly cellular connective tissue also has a good regenerative potential. This quality makes it a suitable for use as autogenous graft. Here, is technique, the inverted periosteal technique that utilizes this property of the periosteum and is used for root. Method: Four patients with Miller Class I and II recessions ≥3 mm were treated utilizing the inverted periosteal technique. Results: At the end of 6 months, satisfactory results were achieved. Conclusion: The inverted periosteal technique can be used for the treatment of gingival recession defects in multiple teeth successfully.
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Neetha J. Shetty
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