Free Gingival Graft Volume Change
Conditions
Keywords
Dental Implant, Keratinized Mucosa., Rıng free gingival graft, Free gingival graft
Brief summary
Objective Peri-implant keratinized mucosa deficiency is a significant factor affecting implant success. Therefore, it is crucial to choose a suitable technique for increasing the width of the keratinized mucosa. This study aims to compare two different approaches of free gingival graft (FGG) application in the treatment of insufficient peri-implant keratinized mucosa and to determine the most effective and predictable technique. Materials and Methods A total of 38 systemically healthy patients with ≤2 mm of keratinized mucosa in the mandibular anterior region (teeth 33-43) and 38 dental implants were included. Patients were randomly assigned to two groups: Test ( Ring FGG) and Control (Conventional FGG). Clinical parameters including Bleeding on Probing (BOP), Gingival Index (GI), Plaque Index (PI), Probing Depth (PD), Width of Keratinized Mucosa (KMW), Peri-implant Mucosal Thickness (PMT), and Graft Surface Area (GSA) were recorded at baseline, and at 1, 3, and 12 months postoperatively.
Interventions
standard free gingival technique
ring free gingival greft technique
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* 1\. Systemically healthy individuals 2. Age over 18 years 3. Non-smokers 4. No antibiotic therapy for any reason in the past 6 months 5. No previous soft tissue surgery performed in the region of interest 6. KMW≤ 2 mm 7. Presence of inadequate keratinized tissue in the vestibular and/or lingual area of the anterior mandibular implant region 8. Mentally competent to understand the study purpose and procedures explained both verbally and in writing
Exclusion criteria
\- 1. Presence of peri-implantitis in the implant(s) planned for FGG application (defined as probing depth ≥ 5 mm, pus discharge, mobility, or severe bone loss) 2. Inability to maintain oral hygiene or presence of implant body and/or abutment fractures in the related region 3. Presence of pathological conditions in the palate that prevent harvesting of a free gingival graft 4. History of systemic diseases such as Diabetes Mellitus, Chronic Renal Failure, Cancer, Bleeding Disorders, Connective Tissue Diseases, etc. 5\. Use of anticoagulant and/or antiplatelet medications
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| keratinize gingiva | 2 week | increasing the amount of keratinized gingiva |
Countries
Turkey (Türkiye)