Effects of the GingivalStat approach on early gingival margin remodeling following esthetic clinical crown lengthening: A case series.

Objectives: The aim of this case series is to present the potential applications of the GingivalStat approach, that is, the use of temporary gingival stabilizers, to favor early gingival margin remodeling and prevent the occurrence of gingival rebound following esthetic clinical crown lengthening. Clinical Considerations: Four patients requiring clinical crown lengthening were treated for esthetical and functional reasons. The surgical approach included: (a) gingival margin recontouring; (b) full‐thickness flap elevation; (c) osteotomy (to achieve an adequate dimension between the alveolar bone crest and the CEJ) and osteoplasty (to reduce the bone thickness and improve the buccal bone anatomic profile, where indicated); (d) temporary gingival stabilizer placement using a block‐out resin or a composite (the GingivalStat approach); and (e) flap repositioning, adaptation, and suture. One‐ to five‐year follow‐ups, reported in the different case scenarios, show evidence of clinically stable gingival margins around the treated teeth. Conclusions: Within the limits of this case series, it can be concluded that the GingivalStat approach appears as a further maneuver to cope with clinical crown lengthening procedures at esthetic sites. GingivalStat seems to favor gingival margin contour remodeling during the early phase of healing as well as prevent the occurrence of gingival rebound. Clinical Significance: GingivalStat approach may guide gingival margin remodeling and prevent gingival rebound after wound healing of sites submitted to esthetic clinical crown lengthening. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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