The bilateral pedicle flap-tunnel technique: a new approach to cover connective tissue grafts

Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 1999 Oct;19(5):471-9.

Abstract

A new surgical technique for the treatment of adjacent soft tissue marginal recession is presented. This technique combines the use of a tunnel procedure with double lateral pedicle flaps to cover a connective tissue graft. This approach combines the advantages of the tunnel technique with the increased blood supply and protection provided by pedicle flaps. Indications include adjacent Class I and II deep, wide recessions; however, the procedure may also be applied to mild Class III recessions. Two case reports are presented to illustrate this new technique.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Connective Tissue / transplantation
  • Female
  • Gingiva / transplantation*
  • Gingival Recession / surgery*
  • Gingivoplasty / methods*
  • Graft Survival
  • Humans
  • Incisor
  • Mandible
  • Middle Aged
  • Surgical Flaps* / blood supply