# Periosteum for Root Coverage in an Isolated Gingival Recession as an Autogenous Graft: A Case Report

## TL;DR

A new surgical technique using the periosteum successfully covered a gum recession and improved tissue in a patient over six months.

## Contribution

The periosteum eversion technique is introduced as a novel autogenous graft method for treating isolated gingival recession.

## Key findings

- PET achieved successful root coverage and tissue augmentation over six months.
- The procedure was associated with enhanced patient comfort and no significant complications.
- The method shows potential for integration into standard periodontal treatment protocols.

## Abstract

In periodontal care, where patient results are crucial in guiding the development of surgical techniques, gingival recession management is a critical issue. The periosteum eversion technique (PET) emerges as a modern strategy that leverages the intrinsic regenerative capabilities of the periosteum to attain root coverage. A detailed case study showcases the effectiveness of PET in managing a Miller Class I gingival recession alongside an adjunctive platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) procedure. This approach entailed the deliberate elevation and eversion of the periosteal flap to encompass the recession area, securing it meticulously through suturing. Across a six-month observation period, this method exhibited successful root coverage, augmentation of keratinized tissue, and enhanced patient comfort, as reported, with no significant complications observed. These outcomes provide support for the incorporation of PET into standard periodontal protocols, underscoring its capacity to reshape the treatment landscape for gingival recession.