Handbook of Perioplastic Surgery

Mucogingival Therapy and Gingival Recession is a comprehensive guide for periodontal treatment procedures aimed at correcting defects in the morphology, position, and amount of soft tissue and bone support around teeth and implants. Covering the evolution of mucogingival surgery into the broader scope of periodontal plastic surgery, this book provides valuable insights into key objectives like creating adequate attached keratinized gingiva, eliminating pocket extensions, correcting gingival recession, and improving esthetics. With a focus on both etiological factors and surgical techniques, it offers a clear understanding of the complex relationship between gingival recession, bone dehiscence, and treatment options for various clinical presentations.

This book explores mucogingival therapy, a field that addresses periodontal defects related to soft tissue and bone support around teeth and implants. It traces the evolution of mucogingival surgery to the current understanding of periodontal plastic surgery, detailing objectives like keratinized gingiva augmentation, root coverage, and improving esthetics. The book also delves into the etiology of gingival recession, including anatomical factors such as bone dehiscence, abnormal tooth position, and eruption patterns. Additionally, it provides a classification system for gingival recession, with a focus on practical guidelines for treatment based on the severity of defects and associated bone loss.

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