Fig. 1: Pre-op labial view of anterior teeth: recession on tooth #6; tooth #7 surrounded by a small adequate zone of keratinized apical tissue.

Using resorbable barriers to treat root recession

In order to improve esthetics and increase KG for root coverage procedures, current periodontal surgery largely involves the use of gingival grafts. Photos provided by Dr David L. Hoexter.

Using resorbable barriers

Send photo

Send