
PAPILLA RECONSTRUCTION PROCEDURE

PAPILLA RECONSTRUCTION PROCEDURE
Papilla is the sharp triangular portion formed between two teeth There may be several reasons for loss of papilla height and the establishment of “black triangles” between teeth. The most common reason in the adult individual is plaque‐associated lesions. However, abnormal tooth shape, improper contours of prosthetic restorations, and traumatic oral hygiene procedures may also negatively influence the outline of the interdental soft tissues.
PAPILLA RECONSTRUCTION INVOLVES
Grafts obtained from one’s own body
Grafts obtained not from one’s body(synthetic)
Factors governing the procedure
● Type of the soft tissue available in the respective site and site adjacent to it.
● Contour of the tooth
● Site of the tooth
● Overall oral health