The rotation flap for covering denuded root surfaces - a closed wound technique.
A rotation flap for covering denuded single root surfaces with attached gingiva has been described and illustrated. This was performed utilizing a closed wound technique. The single flap provided attached gingiva coverage for a moderate area while a double flap provided coverage for a larger area. Although more attached gingiva is required from the donor site than for the laterally positioned or sliding flap, the technique may be performed where a moderate degree of attached gingiva is available.
D005882:Gingival Diseases / Q000601:surgery*; D005893:Gingivoplasty / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D014092:Tooth Root