Abstract

DALL'MAGRO, Alessandra Kuhn et al. Neoformation of gingival papilla with hyaluronic acid: a case report. RFO UPF [online]. 2016, vol.21, n.1, pp. 90-95. ISSN 1413-4012.

Introduction: Interdental papilla is the gingival portion that occupies the space between two adjacent teeth, and the absence of this structure establishes interdental spaces called black spaces, which cause discomfort, food impaction, and phonetic and aesthetic problems. The etiology of interdental papilla recession is multifactorial and may or may not be associated with periodontal diseases or their treatment. Objective: The objective of this study is to assess the efficiency of hyaluronic acid as inductive material to the formation of gingival papilla, aiming to fill interdental niches with new gingival tissue. Case report: Male Caucasian patient, 53 years old, whose clinical examination presented loss of interdental papilla in the upper arch, involving dental elements 13, 12, 11, 21, 22, and 23. The oral health of the remaining dental elements was good. Right after clinical examination and photographs, hyaluronic acid (Perfectha Derm - Derm Brand - Made in France) was applied to fill the interpapillary black space. Final considerations: Hyaluronic acid showed effectiveness and biocompatibility with tissues in their various studies, obtaining satisfactory results for its application. Injectable filling material application was found to be very important in cases of great loss of interdental papilla, proving to be a simple, safe, and effective method.

Keywords : Gingiva.; Hyaluronic acid.; Interdental papilla..