title: An innovative approach in the management of palatogingival groove using Biodentine™ and platelet-rich fibrin membrane.
abstract: Palatogingival groove is an anatomical malformation that often causes severe periodontal defects. Treatments of such an anomaly present a clinical challenge to the operator. Careful endodontic and periodontal procedures may restore the form and function. In the present case; root canal therapy, apicectomy, and sealing of the groove with Biodentine™ were done. Bone graft was placed followed by platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) membrane. This treatment modality resulted in gain in attachment, reduction in pocket depth, and deposition of bone in the osseous defect. A 24 month follow-up is included.
authors.affiliation: Department of Endodontics, Government Dental College, Calicut, India.
authors.forename: Dexton Antony
authors.initials: DA
authors.lastname: Johns
authors.affiliation: Department of Endodontics, Government Dental College, Calicut, India.
authors.forename: Vasundhara Yayathi
authors.initials: VY
authors.lastname: Shivashankar
authors.affiliation: Department of Endodontics Government Dental College, Kottayam, Kerala, India.
authors.forename: K
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Shobha
authors.affiliation: Department of Prosthodontics, KVG College, Sullia, Karnataka, India.
authors.forename: Manu
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Johns
keywords: Biodentine; palatogingival groove; platelet-rich fibrin membrane