Periodontics Articles
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Use of Double Layer of Acellular Dermal Matrix and Modified Tunnel Technique to Treat Multiple Adjacent Gingival Recession Defects
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Comparison of Healing Following Tooth Extraction With Ridge Preservation Using Anorganic Bovine Bone Mineral Particulate and Self-Expanding Composite Graft
This article demonstrates the use of a modified tunnel technique and a double layer of ADM in the treatment of multiple adjacent gingival recession defects.
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To Graft or Not to Graft Anterior Extraction Sockets
Experts address the question, "Should clinicians graft anterior extraction sockets?"
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Single-Rooted Extraction Sockets: Classification and Treatment Protocol
This article presents a straightforward, yet thorough, classification for extraction sockets of single-rooted teeth and provides guidance to clinicians in the selection of appropriate and predictable ...
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Use of a 10,600-nm CO2 Laser Mandibular Vestibular Extension in a Patient With a Chromosomal Abnormality
This article focuses on the advantages a 10,600-nm CO2 laser is shown to offer over a conventional scalpel and other laser wavelengths for soft-tissue pre-prosthetic surgery, including vestibular exte...
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Implant-Related Gingival Recession: Pilot Case Series Presents Novel Technique and Scoring Template
This article introduces a novel protocol for the predictable treatment of Class II division 2 implantrelated gingival recession and presents an innovative acrylic template for scoring the peri-implant...
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Emerging Issues Associated With Peri-implant Disease
This article aims to highlight some emerging risk factors of peri-implantitis with the hope that a strategy toward prevention or early detection and treatment may be employed, rather than waiting and ...
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Understanding the Inter-relationship Between Periodontitis and Diabetes: Current Evidence and Clinical Implications
This article discusses the evidence and implications of periodontitis related to type 2 diabetes, focusing on the epidemiology of periodontal disease and diabetes as well as the periodontitis– diabe...
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Gummy Smile and Short Tooth Syndrome - Part 2: Periodontal Surgical Approaches in Interdisciplinary Treatment
The factors the periodontist will need to consider in order to obtain a satisfactory surgery outcome, especially in multidisciplinary cases, is discussed in this article.
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Clinical Decisions: Determining When to Save or Remove an Ailing Implant
This article will present the variables involved in the decision-making process for when to save or remove an ailing implant.
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Interdisciplinary Treatment Planning in Transitioning a Periodontally Hopeless Dentition: A Clinical Case Review
Treating patients with advanced periodontal disease may require staged treatment that utilizes various modalities.
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Implant Treatment in Maxillary Posterior: Determining the Path to Success
Panel of experts discuss which approach to take: sinus grafting or short dental implant?
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Treatment of a “Gummy Smile”: Understanding Etiology is Key to Success
Treatment decisions in this case involving a patient with high lip dynamics and a “gummy smile” were complicated because treatment recommendations differed for each of the several etiologies invol...
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Gummy Smile and Short Tooth Syndrome - Part 1: Etiopathogenesis, Classification, and Diagnostic Guidelines
The authors propose a complete adult classification of the causes identified for gummy smile (GS) and short tooth syndrome (STS) to ascertain the etiopathogenetic origin(s).
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Elimination of a “Gummy Smile” With Crown Lengthening and Lip Repositioning
This article describes a case in which a combination of clinical crown lengthening and lip repositioning was used to correct excessive gingival display when smiling.
