Subepithelial gingival graft: a modified technique from free gingival graft – case series

ABSTRACT

Objectives: The aim of the present manuscript was to propose a modification in the free gingival graft technique with improved clinical esthetic results. Methods and Materials: Clinical cases subjected to free gingival graft periodontal plastic surgeries are presented to justify the modifying technique. Results: Clinical observations showed improved appearance in the repair with the modified free gingival graft, when compared with the traditional free gingival graft technique. Conclusion: The results of the present study showed that the proposed modified technique denominated subepithelial gingival graft may be considered a superior option compared to the free gingival graft