Enhanced fixed prosthetics with a connective tissue ridge augmentation
Breault, L.G.; Shakespeare, R.C.; Fowler, E.B.
General Dentistry 47(6): 618-622
1999
ISSN/ISBN: 0363-6771 PMID: 10687458 Document Number: 509202
Augmentation of the partially edentulous ridge can significantly improve the final prosthetic result. The subepithelial connective tissue graft is the treatment of choice to enhance soft tissue contours. The major advantage of the connective tissue graft is the preservation of the existing gingival coloration and tissue characteristics. A case is described that utilizes the subepithelial connective tissue graft for augmentation of a maxillary anterior ridge prior to prosthetic rehabilitation.