Enhancing Dental Implant Success with Keratinized Mucosa Augmentation: Key Findings and Strategies

Posted: January 10, 2025
A systematic review and meta-analysis highlighted the therapeutic effectiveness of keratinized mucosa augmentation using autogenous soft tissue grafts for dental implants. Lack of keratinized mucosa around implants led to increased mucosal inflammation. Free gingival grafts increased keratinized mucosa width and reduced inflammation, while connective tissue grafts managed peri-implant mucosal recession effectively. These findings underscore the importance of keratinized mucosa for soft tissue health around dental implants and the efficacy of specific grafting techniques in improving outcomes.

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