Current concepts of surgical methods to increase mucosal thickness during dental implantation ‎

Abstract

The importance of soft tissues for the maintenance of peri-implant tissue health is one of the most discussed topics in dental implantology. Numerous studies confirm that the presence of soft tissues affects the aesthetic result and the long-term survival of dental implants. It was suggested that surgical procedures aimed to increase peri-implant mucosa improve outcomes of implant treatment. This literature review aims to make an overview of methods of soft tissue management around dental implan