Mucogingival esthetic surgery

This beautifully illustrated book explains the art and science of esthetic surgical techniques on the mucogingiva around natural teeth and implants. The author shows how to diagnose and treat mucogingival defects, with detailed explanation of the diagnosis of and the surgical options for covering varying degrees of gingival recession. The text features protocols for the treatment and preparation of root caries and noncarious lesions as well as the surgical procedures to cover exposed root surfaces and increase the volume of the affected gingiva. Throughout, the author places special emphasis on minimizing patient recovery time and postoperative discomfort while achieving the patient’s esthetic goals to the best extent possible. This comprehensive volume is a must-read for those seeking to learn or refine Mucogingival surgery techniques.2,000+ illustrations Contents: 1. Mucogingival Esthetic Surgery 2. Diagnosis 3. Etiology 4. Pathogenesis 5. Predetermining Root Coverage 6. Indications for Treatment 7. Root Coverage Surgical Techniques 8. Preoperative Therapy 9. Root Surface Treatment 10. Amelogenins 11. Gingival Clefts 12. Associated Caries and Noncarious Cervical Lesions 13. Coronally Advanced Flap with Releasing Incisions 14. The Laterally Moved, Coronally Advanced Flap 15. Free Gingival Grafts 16. Two-Step Techniques 17. Harvesting Connective Tissue Grafts

Pages: 808, Edition: 1st, Hardcover, Quintessenza