Treatment of Localized Gingival Recession with a Modified Laterally Positioned Flap Combined with Subepithelial Connective Tissue Graft-A Case Report

1Department of Periodontics, Bharati Vidyapeeth Dental College, Pune, Maharashtra, INDIA

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Correspondence: Dr. Harshita Verma (Post Graduate Student, III Year), Bharati Vidyapeeth Dental College, Pune, Maharashtra, INDIA. Email: hershey.verma@gmail.com
Received June 19, 2023; Revised July 24, 2023; Accepted August 13, 2023.
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1.Verma H, Lele P, Dodwad V, Shikarkhane V, Bhatt N. Treatment of Localized Gingival Recession with a Modified Laterally Positioned Flap Combined with Subepithelial Connective Tissue Graft-A Case Report. Journal of Young Pharmacists [Internet]. 2023 Dec 22;15(4):760–3. Available from: http://dx.doi.org/10.5530/jyp.2023.15.105
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Published in: Journal of Young Pharmacists, 2023; 15(4): 760-763. Published online: 07 December 2023DOI: 10.5530/jyp.2023.15.105

ABSTRACT

Gingival recession, particularly in the anterior teeth, can lead to functional and aesthetic concerns. It can cause aesthetic deterioration, dentin hypersensitivity, and difficulties in maintaining proper oral hygiene. Multiple surgical methods have been utilized to treat gingival recession. This article presents a case where the lateral pedicle technique combined with a Subepithelial Connective Tissue Graft (SCTG) was successfully utilized to cover the exposed root surface of a single tooth. The adjacent soft tissue was repositioned over the recession defect, resulting in the establishment of an aesthetically pleasing and healthy periodontium, with positive patient satisfaction. Significant root coverage was achieved through this procedure, demonstrating its clinical effectiveness.

Keywords: Recession coverage, Grade III Miller, Laterally displaced flap, Connective tissue graft, localized gingival recession