Improving Free Gingival Graft Success Around Implants Using a Completed Implant Restoration

Compend Contin Educ Dent. 2021 Sep;42(8):452-458.

Abstract

Keratinized mucosa around implants is considered essential for maintaining peri-implant health. Clinicians may find it necessary to augment keratinized tissue after implant loading when complications arise. Immobilizing the graft can be challenging when there is a complete absence of attached gingiva or when the vestibule is shallow creating an opportunity for muscle forces to move the graft. To overcome these limitations, various stents have been created aimed at improving the stability of soft-tissue grafts around implants; however, many of these stents have drawbacks. This case report presents a novel approach for improving free gingival graft immobility and success around implants that utilizes a completed implant restoration.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Dental Implants*
  • Gingiva
  • Humans
  • Oral Surgical Procedures*

Substances

  • Dental Implants