Clinical approach to periodontal plastic surgery: A narrative review

Lee, Jung-Tae

doi:2025.63.11.359

J Korean Dent Assoc > Volume 63(11); 2025 > Article

Special Issue

Journal of Korean Dental Association 2025;63(11):359-369.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.22974/jkda.2025.63.11.004 Published online November 30, 2025.

치주성형수술(periodontal plastic surgery)의 임상적 접근

Clinical approach to periodontal plastic surgery: A narrative review

Jung-Tae Lee

Department of Periodontics, One-Stop Specialty Center, Seoul National University Dental Hospital, Seoul, Korea

Correspondence: Jung-Tae Lee, Tel: +82-2-6256-3311,
Email: jungtae1308@hanmail.net

Abstract

Periodontal plastic surgery (PPS) encompasses surgical procedures aimed at correcting anatomical deficiencies such as inadequate width and thickness of attached gingiva, gingival recession (GR), aberrant frenulum attachment, and shallow vestibular depth. The primary objectives of PPS are to ensure sufficient width and thickness of keratinized gingiva, manage GR through root coverage of exposed root surfaces, deepen the vestibule for functional improvement, and enhance esthetic outcomes and patient satisfaction. This review presents a comprehensive summary of the fundamental concepts, major surgical techniques, and recent advances in PPS that are essential for clinical practice.

Key Words: Gingival Recession; Connective Tissue; Gingivoplasty; Collagen