This presentation will focus on mucogingival surgery around teeth, addressing the management of soft-tissue deficiencies in the natural dentition. The prevalence and clinical significance of gingival recession and reduced keratinized tissue will be outlined, with particular attention to their impact on esthetics, dentin hypersensitivity, and plaque control. The etiology of mucogingival problems will be reviewed, including traumatic toothbrushing, periodontal disease, anatomical predisposing factors, and iatrogenic causes.
