Benefits of Mucogingival / Periodontal Plastic Surgery Therapy:

• Regeneration of lost or deficient tissue
   
• Development of an adequate width and thickness of gingiva to prevent further recession
   
• More hygienic tissue contours
   
• Protection of exposed root structure from sensitivity, erosion, and decay
   
• Improved restorative access and retention
   
• Gingival symmetry and harmony
   
• Appropriate tooth length for a more esthetic smile
   
• Excellent cosmetic blending of tissue colors and contours
   
• Enhanced orthodontic treatment results
   
• Minimal surgical trauma and faster healing time
   
• Improved predictability of surgical results
   

Periodontal Plastic Surgery Procedures

Thin and advancing recession treated by establishing an adequate width and thickness of attached gingiva:

Before	After

Generalized recession on previously restored root surfaces treated by achieving root coverage with soft tissue grafting:

 

Before	After

Exposed root surfaces, which are sensitive to cold and tooth brushing:

 

Before	After

Excessive gingival display and uneven margins treated with esthetic crown lengthening followed by veneers on lateral incisors: (note the improved symmetry of the length of the front teeth)

 

Before	After

A large defect after tooth removal was resolved with soft and hard tissue grafting to enhance esthetics and phonetics:

 

Before	After Grafting	Restored With Bridge

Asymmetrical gingival margins on patient's right side treated with esthetic crown lengthening prior to bonding:

 

Before	After