title: Periosteal activation and root demineralization associated with the horizontal sliding flap.
abstract: A sliding flap technique for covering denuded root associated with periosteal activation and root demineralization "in situ" was described. The possible biological mechanisms involved were discussed. Two clinical cases were presented illustrating the successful results that can be achieved.
mesh_terms: D000134:Acid Etching, Dental; D003648:Decalcification Technique; D001840:Dental Bonding; D005881:Gingiva / Q000502:physiology; D005882:Gingival Diseases / Q000601:surgery*; D005893:Gingivoplasty / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D010521:Periosteum / Q000502:physiology / Q000601:surgery*; D010756:Phosphoric Acids / Q000627:therapeutic use; D014092:Tooth Root / Q000033:anatomy & histology*; D014945:Wound Healing
chemical_list: D010756:Phosphoric Acids