Treatment of peri-implant soft tissue deficiency around a narrow diameter implant with subepithelial connective tissue graft: A case report

Authors

Jaewon Kim DDS, MS, PhD, University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine
Abhiram Maddi DDS MSc PhD, University at Buffalo School of Dental MedicineFollow

Keywords

peri-implant soft tissue deficiency, narrow diameter implant (min implant), subepithelial connective tissue graft

Abstract

Narrow diameter implants and mini-implants are preferred by dentists for restoration of missing teeth on narrow ridges. However, such implants are associated with long-term complications including soft tissue deficiencies. This case report describes a novel approach using a connective tissue graft to resolve peri-implant mucositis. A 66-year old male patient presented with inflammation and abscess in relation to a mini-implant, at the upper left incisor, on the facial aspect. Deficiencies of keratinized tissue and width of attached gingiva were observed. Surgical management was performed using subepithelial connective tissue. An 18-month follow up showed increased width of attached gingiva at the surgical site.

Recommended Citation

Kim, Jaewon DDS, MS, PhD and Maddi, Abhiram DDS MSc PhD (2022) "Treatment of peri-implant soft tissue deficiency around a narrow diameter implant with subepithelial connective tissue graft: A case report," The New York State Dental Journal: Vol. 88: No. 2, Article 6.
Available at: https://commons.ada.org/nysdj/vol88/iss2/6