Soft tissue ridge augmentation using “roll technique” – A case report.

ABSTRACT

The defects of the alveolar ridge can result from various causes, most common being the collapse of alveolar bone during extraction. Localized defects of alveolar crest impair prosthetic rehabilitation due to poor emergence profile of the pontic which in turn adversely affects the aesthetics and function. Several alternatives have been proposed to restore the damaged ridge by hard and soft tissue augmentation. Various soft tissue ridge augmentation techniques have been used to augment alveolar ridge with varying success. The present clinical report describes the “roll technique” as a means of soft tissue ridge augmentation to treat alveolar ridge defects.