Papilla Reconstruction

For many years it was thought that once the interdental papilla was lost it was impossible to replace it. In 2008, Drs. Nordland and Sandhu published their landmark paper showing not only the successful technique but also more than 10 years of post operative longevity.

Watch Patient Testimonial Videos

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Case 1:  Mary

Before: Patient felt disfigured following a surgical mishap.

After: Papilla augmentation surgery was performed to replace the missing gingiva. Orthodontic treatment closed the gap space.

Because the teeth were very short, sculpting was performed to create a more natural smile.

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Patient was so pleased with the result that she also had restorations placed on the lower arch and volunteered to be part of our patient video. This case is now 13 years old.

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Case 2:

Before: Patient had multiple surgical procedures in an attempt to restore the loss interdental papilla.

After: Soft tissue augmentation was performed. Papilla anatomy is restored and new crown is placed.

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Case 3:

Papilla augmentation can achieve tissue addition in between the teeth as well as simultaneous root coverage.

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Case 4

Before: Patient had 4 unsuccessful augmentation procedures performed at another surgical practice.

After: One surgical procedure was performed. Twelve-year follow-up.

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Case 5:

Before: Patient presents with deficient interdental papilla and plans for new crowns with recession on tooth #11.

Surgery

After: Root coverage is completed with modifications of the temporary restorations.

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Case 6

Before: Female patient presents with papilla defect result of an aggressive surgical procedure done in another office.

After: We performed one surgical procedure and restored the lost papilla.

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