Periodontal regeneration : GTR

Periodontal regeneration : GTR or guided tissue regeneration was introduced 30 years ago. The presentation will review the basic principles, the initial surgical technique and its evolution in 30 years. Flap design, choice of biomaterials, membranes and suturing techniques will be presented along with surgical alternatives. Presentation will highlight how it is still possible to change the prognosis of severely compromised teeth and to bring them back to function. In the era of peri-implantitis saving the natural teeth might be the best option to avoid or postpone Implant treatment. The lecture will also teach strategies to keep these periodontally involved patients in a strict recall regimen in order to maintain the regeneration.