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Root surface biomodification with an Er:YAG laser for the treatment of gingival recession with subepithelial connective tissue grafts.
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Abstract
Root surface biomodification has been used to treat gingival recession and periodontitis. The principle for this procedure is that removing the smear layer from the root surfaces exposes collagen fibers, which leads to improved healing. Clinical studies generally have failed to find any improvement in clinical parameters when using such agents. The aim of this study was to evaluate and compare the outcome of gingival recession therapy using the subepithelial connective tissue graft (SCTG) with or without Er:YAG laser application for root surface biomodification.