Zygoma Anatomy-Guided Approach "Scarf Graft" for Prevention of Soft Tissue Dehiscence Around Zygomatic Implants: Technical Note.

The objective of this technical note is to introduce the "Scarf Graft" as a part of the ZAGA protocol intended to prevent soft tissue dehiscence around extramaxillary zygomatic implants. A pediculated connective tissue graft is placed around the neck of the extramaxillary zygomatic implants. The increased connective tissue thickness consistently gives stable gingival tissue for prevention of recession. Currently, the treatment of soft tissue dehiscence around zygomatic implants does not have predictable results. Protocols for its prevention, such as the proposed ZAGA Scarf Graft, should be incorporated if an eventual dehiscence is foreseen.
PMID: 32142581 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

Source: International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Implants - March 7, 2020 Category: ENT & OMF Tags: Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants Source Type: research