The surgical management of the oral soft tissues: 2. Surgical technique

Dent Update. 2007 Nov;34(9):590-2, 594. doi: 10.12968/denu.2007.34.9.590.

Abstract

Adopting the correct surgical technique in minor oral surgery not only ensures that the end result of tooth removal is achieved, but that the patient is not put under any unnecessary harm during the procedure. This paper will cover the surgical techniques and skills required to perform the most commonly required mucoperiosteal flaps in general practice.

Clinical relevance: Revision of the basic techniques is important to improve confidence and increase the amount of simple oral surgery performed in practice.

MeSH terms

  • Gingiva / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Mouth Mucosa / surgery
  • Oral Surgical Procedures / methods*
  • Suture Techniques
  • Tooth Extraction