Gingival thickness: effects on gingival wound healing.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Although available evidence indicates that gingival thickness may affect periodontal surgical outcomes, there are no studies on the effect of gingival thickness on gingival excisional wound healing. This prospective study aimed to assess the effect of gingival thickness on the healing of standardized experimental gingival wounds.

Methods

Healthy non-smokers with thick or thin gingiva were recruited. Standardized circular buccal gingival excisional wounds were created. Follow-up visits were conducted on postoperative day 3 (D3), 7 (D7), and 14 (D14). Healing Score Index (HSI) and H₂O₂ test were used to assess wound healing and epithelialization, respectively. Digital photographs were obtained to assess wound surface area. Patient-centered outc

SUBMITTER: Theodorou K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11907790 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature