title: Correction of periodontal abnormalities as a preliminary phase of oral rehabilitation.
abstract: The elimination of etiological factors and the correction of periodontal abnormalities are often a necessary preliminary phase of oral reconstruction. The development of optimal gingival and bony qualities using the surgical procedures outlined when indicated improves the prognosis of prospective abutment teeth and additionally may improve esthetics, retention, and maintenance of a fixed restoration.
mesh_terms: D000543:Alveoloplasty / Q000379:methods; D000044:Dental Abutments; D003793:Dental Restoration, Permanent; D003832:Denture, Partial, Removable / Q000009:adverse effects; D005881:Gingiva / Q000637:transplantation; D005882:Gingival Diseases / Q000601:surgery; D005890:Gingivectomy / Q000379:methods; D005893:Gingivoplasty / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D008963:Molar / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D009065:Mouth Rehabilitation; D010510:Periodontal Diseases / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*; D014182:Transplantation, Autologous