Gingival Tissue Management: Emphasis on Operative and Prosthodontic Aspect

Contents: Preface Acknowledgements 1.Introduction 2.Review of Literature 3.Gingival Tissue Retraction 4.Classification 5.Mechanical Methods 6.Mechanico-Chemical Methods 7.Cordless Retraction 8.Surgical Methods 9.Conclusion References The book 'Gingival Tissue Management: Emphasis on Operative and Prosthodontic Aspect ' is a compilation of writings in essay format on topic of importance, Gingival Tissue Management, in the subject of Operative and Prosthodontic Dentistry. Operative dentistry deals with the functional and esthetic restoration of the hard tissues of an individual tooth, so restoring this damaged, broken down hard tissue or replacing a missing tooth or teeth to proper form and function, requires management of the adjoining soft tissue apart from hard tissue, as for restoration to become an integral component of total oral complex, it must be in harmony with periodontium (soft tissue). Whatever may be the type of restoration, soft tissue around the tooth or prosthesis plays an important role in its long term favorable prognosis. Soft tissue consideration helps the dental surgeon to create esthetically pleasing and functionally proven restoration.…