Roll Flap Technique for Peri-Implant Soft Tissue Augmentation in the Aesthetic Zone.

This study aimed to evaluate the efficiency of the original roll flap technique for peri-implant soft tissue augmentation in the aesthetic edentulous zone, and determine the variation in labial soft tissue thickness (LSTT) with respect to age and length of edentulous time. 23 patients with 40 implant placements in the aesthetic zone (upper incisors, canines, and premolars) underwent Abram's roll flap technique. The age and length of edentulous time of each patient were recorded. LSTT was measured using Wiesner's method. Follow-up visits were performed at 2 weeks and 4 weeks post-surgery. Changes in LSTT between follow-up visits, ages, and length of edentulous time were examined using regression analysis. P-value = 0.05 was considered statistically significant. There were significant differences in LSTT at baseline (1.38 ± 0.08 mm) with respect to 2 weeks (2.87 ± 0.1 mm) and 4 weeks post-surgery (2.42 ± 0.1 mm) (P < 0.001). LSTT differed by age group (P < 0.001). No significant correlation between age and length of edentulous time with respect to LSTT or its change after surgery. The original roll technique is relatively simple and effective in cases of moderate peri-implant soft tissue deficiencies in the aesthetic zone. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]