title: Treatment of multiple recessions by means of a collagen matrix: a case series.
abstract: This case series evaluated the use of a collagen matrix with a coronally advanced flap procedure for the treatment of multiple recession defects. Fifteen patients with a total of 80 recession defects were included. Root coverage was 85% ± 13% at 6 months and 81% ± 22% at 12 months. Complete root coverage was achieved in 60% of the sites after 6 months and in 56% after 12 months. The percentage of sites with thick gingival morphotype increased significantly. The results indicated that the collagen matrix may be a useful alternative to the connective tissue graft in the treatment of multiple recession defects.
authors.forename: Markus
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Schlee
authors.forename: Maria
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Lex
authors.forename: Florian
authors.initials: F
authors.lastname: Rathe
authors.forename: Adrian
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Kasaj
authors.forename: Robert
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Sader
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D003094:Collagen / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D005260:Female; D005889:Gingival Recession / Q000601:surgery*; D005893:Gingivoplasty / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011446:Prospective Studies; D013524:Surgical Flaps; D016896:Treatment Outcome
chemical_list: D003094:Collagen