Gingival recession: how to choose the best surgical technique?

Abstract

Objective: to present the main decision -making criteria when choosing a surgery technique for the most variety forms of gingival recession. Data sources: A bibliographic review was carried out with a search in the database: VHL Odontologia, Scielo and Pubmed on the subject. Data synthesis: the fundamental criteria for determining the best surgery Technique I'm be used in the treatment of gingival recessions are: the classification of recessions , the location of the recession ( maxilla or mandible ), the fact that it is single or multiple , the presence or absence of keratinized apical or lateral gingiva _ the recession, the thickness characteristic of the periodontal (periodontal biotype) and the skill of the operator. Conclusions: the choice of surgery technique, with the objective of root coverage, must follow a careful assessment of clinical findings, diagnosis and operator skill. This increases the predictability of success of the surgery therapy I'm be used.