The University of British Columbia Vancouver,, British Columbia
The soft tissue phenotype encompasses the keratinized tissue width, tissue thickness, and supracrestal tissue height. Benefits of soft tissue phenotype modification for teeth and peri-implant health has been subject of debate in the field of periodontics and implant dentistry. This session will review the importance of soft tissue phenotype for tooth and implant health and discuss the indications and considerations of soft tissue phenotype modification surgeries with clinical examples. The session will also cover the essentials of implant site development, incorporating soft and hard tissue reconstruction to optimize clinical outcomes.
Learning Objectives:
At the completion of this session attendees will be able to:
Identify the components of soft tissue phenotype, including keratinized tissue, soft tissue thickness, and supracrestal tissue height, and their impact on periodontal and peri-implant health.
Discuss evidence based indications and considerations for soft tissue phenotype modification surgeries.
Discuss the importance of implant site development with soft and/or hard tissue reconstruction for long term success.
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