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Management of gingival black triangles.
- Source :
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British Dental Journal . 11/21/2014, Vol. 217 Issue 10, p559-563. 5p. 5 Color Photographs, 1 Graph. - Publication Year :
- 2014
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Abstract
- Gingival black triangles (GBTs) are generally considered to be aesthetically unacceptable, have a multifactorial aetiology and a range of treatment options. This review covers the surgical and non-surgical management of GBTs. Surgical methods address recontouring, preserving or reconstructing the soft tissue including the interdental papilla as well as the alveolar bone. Non-surgical approaches include restorative techniques (including the use of prostheses and gingival-coloured materials), orthodontic movement, tissue engineering and tissue volumisers. This review covers the aetiology and management of GBTs, highlighting the importance of considering the options currently available when treating a lost dental papilla. A lack of longitudinal studies investigating the long-term outcomes of the options in management of GBTs presence is identified. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00070610
- Volume :
- 217
- Issue :
- 10
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- British Dental Journal
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 99573370
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.bdj.2014.1004