Suture Less Gingival Augmentation Using Gingival Unit Transfer – A Case Report

The use of root coverage procedures to treat gingival recession defects, a common periodontal
condition, is an important aspect of periodontal regenerative therapy. The synergistic
relationship between vascular configuration and involved tissues is the most important factor
in soft tissue graft success.
The present case reports the clinical effectiveness of Gingival Unit Graft (GUG) for the
management of Miller's class III gingival recession.Clinical parameters like Probing depth,
recession depth, keratinized tissue width and clinical attachment level were measured at
baseline and postoperative 6 months. Percentage of defect coverage was evaluated at
postoperative 6 months.
Healing was uneventful and 3mm root coverage was observed with 1mm residual recession
and increase in keratinized gingiva after 6 months follow up.
Free soft tissue autografts such as gingival unit transfers can be used along with bio-adhesives
such as cyanoacrylates for predictable results in the management of recession defects.