Clinical Research Directory

Inclusion Criteria: * ≥18 years of age, * systemically healthy, * presence of ≥2 adjacent implants in both sides of the mandibles showing \<2 mm of KM on the buccal aspects, * subjects have to present with discomfort from brushing and/or difficulties in maintaining proper home care due to inadequate dimension of KM * Full-Mouth Plaque Score (FMPS) \<20%, * Full-Mouth Bleeding Score (FMBS) \<20%. Exclusion Criteria: * pregnancy or lactation, * tobacco smoking, * uncontrolled medical condition, * medication that can affect gingival conditions.