title: An innovative technique for root coverage using pedicled buccal fat pad.
abstract: Various etiological factors are associated with gingival recession which may be anatomical, physiologic, or pathologic factors. Several root coverage procedures have been described to manage the gingival recession. However, it has been found that root coverage procedures in Miller's Class III and IV gingival recession have a poor prognosis with current techniques. A newer predictable technique, pedicled buccal fat pad (PBFP) has been introduced in cases of severe gingival recession. The buccal fat pad (BFP) is a specialized capsulated fat tissue that has the property of maintaining its volume and structure over a long period of time. It can also serve as a well vascularized, readily obtainable local flap for reconstructive purposes and increasing the dimensions of keratinized mucosa. The aim of this case report is to establish a new technique for root coverage using pedicled BFP in Miller Class IV recession on the maxillary right first molar.
authors.affiliation: Department of Periodontics, Jodhpur Dental College General Hospital, Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India.
authors.forename: Chitra
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Agarwal
authors.affiliation: Department of Periodontics, Bapuji Dental College and Hospital, Davangere, Karnataka, India.
authors.forename: G V
authors.initials: GV
authors.lastname: Gayathri
authors.affiliation: Department of Periodontics, Bapuji Dental College and Hospital, Davangere, Karnataka, India.
authors.forename: Dhoom Singh
authors.initials: DS
authors.lastname: Mehta
keywords: Buccal fat pad; gingival recession; root coverage