Coronally Advanced Flap (Root Coverage)
DeptPeriodonticsLevelAdvancedTime45–60 min
Coronal repositioning of the gingival margin over an exposed root surface to achieve partial or complete root coverage, often combined with a connective tissue graft for predictable outcomes.
What the protocol covers
- •A) When Is Root Coverage Indicated?
- •B) Case Selection — Which Recession Defects Are Best
- •C) Guideline Recommendation — CAF vs CAF Plus Graft
- •D) Step-by-Step CAF Concept
- •E) Healing and Outcomes
- •F) Post-Op Essentials
- •G) Common Complications
- •H) Documentation
The full procedure entry includes
- The full step-by-step protocol (19 content blocks)
- Armamentarium, indications and contraindications
- Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
- The narrated video lesson and night-before prep sheet
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