Root coverage with lateral pedicle flap: a case report

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Mohd Nazar Rana., Ritika Arora., Mayur Kaushik and Vartika Verma

Both localized and generalized form of gingival recession are unwanted condition which results in root exposure, causing root hypersensitivity, shallow root caries, and cervical abrasions. Complete root coverage is basically indicated for esthetic and cosmetic demands of the patient. A case of gingival recession is presented that was managed using LPF technique as this technique shows advantages such as – single surgical area, preservation of blood supply of flap, the post operative color being in harmony with surrounding tissue.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.24327/ijcar.2021.4911.24649
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