Peri-implant mucosal recession: Restore the aesthetics- Case report

Abstract

Dental implants are believed to be the best treatment option for patients looking for replacement of missing teeth, particularly in the esthetic zone. Peri-implant mucosal recessions can be the main esthetic problem in anterior areas, while in the functional zone the coverage of exposed implants is not main concern, because the cleaning methods of these structures are much more important. Free gingival graft (FGG) is considered as a common treatment modality for increasing soft tissue thickness and keratinized mucosa at natural teeth and implant sites. In this case report 54 year old male patient presented with chief complaint of unaesthetic dental implant exposure in lower front region of the jaw since 6 years. Free gingival graft technique was used to cover the exposed implant. In 6 months follow up 80% of the coverage was seen.