2019
DOI: 10.1155/2019/6810670
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Resolution of Abfraction-Associated Gingival Fenestration Utilizing Connective Tissue Grafting

Abstract: Introduction. Gingival fenestration (GF) is a distinct clinical entity of uncertain etiology that is seldom documented in the literature. It has been associated mainly with submucosal mechanical irritants such as calculus that subsequently create an opening in the oral soft tissue, usually at facial anterior sites. Surgical correction may be indicated to address functional and/or esthetic concerns. Case Presentation. The patient, a 74-year-old male, presented to the clinic with a chief complaint of “something … Show more

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“…[7][8][9] While the etiology of such defects is not yet fully understood, some predisposing factors such as periodontal diseases, prominent root contours, poor positioning, and vestibular protrusion of the roots associated with thin periodontal phenotype, are described in the literature. 10,11 In this case report, the presence of gingivitis in a thin periodontal phenotype was a determining predisposing factor for the GF defect observed on the facial aspect of tooth #24. It corroborates with the literature that shows dental calculus as the most common irritant leading to soft tissue fenestrations.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 70%
“…[7][8][9] While the etiology of such defects is not yet fully understood, some predisposing factors such as periodontal diseases, prominent root contours, poor positioning, and vestibular protrusion of the roots associated with thin periodontal phenotype, are described in the literature. 10,11 In this case report, the presence of gingivitis in a thin periodontal phenotype was a determining predisposing factor for the GF defect observed on the facial aspect of tooth #24. It corroborates with the literature that shows dental calculus as the most common irritant leading to soft tissue fenestrations.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 70%
“…people, such as stress, clenching, and grinding teeth [2] . This alteration has a multifactorial etiology and can occur due to masticatory function, as signs and symptoms of these pathological activities, it can pathological wear, such as abrasion and erosion [5] . These are located in the cement-enamel junction of the tooth and are characterized by concavities with acute angles [3] .…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…3 Although the etiology for GFs is unclear, putative factors that have been shown to be associated with GFs include plaque/calculus, cervical enamel projections, trauma, tooth malpositioning, occlusal factors, factitious habits, and iatrogenesis. 4,5 Although some GF lesions can be managed nonsurgically with monitoring and meticulous oral hygiene, surgical correction involving various periodontal plastic surgical procedures is preferred. 2 Successful treatment of GF by connective tissue grafting, 3,4 acellular dermal matrix allograft, 6 and regenerative approaches, 7,8 have been reported in the literature.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Consequently, the fenestration lesion may become vulnerable to plaque and calculus accumulation, dentinal hypersensitivity, and compromise the esthetics and periodontal stability of the affected tooth 3 . Although the etiology for GFs is unclear, putative factors that have been shown to be associated with GFs include plaque/calculus, cervical enamel projections, trauma, tooth malpositioning, occlusal factors, factitious habits, and iatrogenesis 4,5 …”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
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