Mucogingival Surgery
Surgical procedures designed to correct defects in the morphology, position, or amount of gingiva relative to the alveolar mucosa.
Full Definition
Mucogingival surgery encompasses a range of periodontal plastic surgical techniques aimed at augmenting keratinised tissue width, correcting gingival recession, deepening the vestibule, or repositioning the frenum. Procedures in this category include free gingival grafts, connective tissue grafts, and vestibuloplasty. The term is broader than 'gingival grafting' and may appear in clinical notes to encompass the entire corrective approach rather than one specific technique. Editors must not conflate this category label with any single procedure within it.
Usage
Usage note: Always hyphenate as 'mucogingival'. Do not write as two separate words.
In Context
- "Mucogingival surgery was indicated to address the inadequate zone of attached gingiva on the mandibular incisors." — Referral letter
- "The review article categorised free gingival grafts and connective tissue grafts under the umbrella of mucogingival surgery." — Systematic review