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Khanna D, Dani N, Khanna S, Arora JM. Gingival Augmentation Apical to Recession Using Periosteal Fenestration Technique vs Free Mucosal Graft: A Comparative Study. 2023; 11 (1):1-5.
Background: Inadequate width of attached gingiva appears to affect the efficiency of oral hygiene practice. There are numerous surgical procedures for gingival augmentation, though free mucosal graft is considered the “Gold Standard” for increasing the attached gingival width. This procedure has some drawbacks, such as compromised postoperative esthetics, donor site morbidity, and postoperative discomfort. The periosteal fenestration has been used in the past to augment the gingiva apical to recession. This study was conducted to evaluate the width of attached gingiva and other parameters after the periosteal fenestration procedure compared with a free mucosal graft. Materials and methods: This study included 30 patients with insufficient width of attached gingiva. All the patients were randomly divided into two groups, group I as periosteal fenestration and group II as free mucosal graft. Surgical procedure was performed. Clinical parameters were measured at baseline, 1 week, 3 months, and 6 months. Results: The results of our study showed that both procedures were equally effective in increasing the dimensions of attached gingiva. The mean increased amount at 3 months was 3.4 mm in the periosteal fenestration group and 4.0 mm in the free mucosal graft group. Other parameters, such as pain, swelling, and discomfort also showed significant results. Conclusion: The periosteal fenestration technique is a quick and safe procedure capable of augmenting attached tissue with excellent clinical outcomes as compared with the free mucosal graft surgery.
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