Changes in the subgingival biofilm composition after coronally positioned flap

Authors

  • Jadson Almeida Lima Guarulhos University; Dental Research Division; Department of Periodontics
  • Vanessa Renata Santos Guarulhos University; Dental Research Division; Department of Periodontics
  • Magda Feres Guarulhos University; Dental Research Division; Department of Periodontics
  • Luciene Cristina de Figueiredo Guarulhos University; Dental Research Division; Department of Periodontics
  • Poliana Mendes Duarte Guarulhos University; Dental Research Division; Department of Periodontics

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/S1678-77572011000100014

Keywords:

Bacteria, Microbiology, DNA probes

Abstract

OBJECTIVES: This study evaluated the effects of coronally positioned flap (CPF) on the subgingival biofilm composition. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Twenty-two subjects with gingival recessions were treated with CPF. Clinical parameters were assessed before and at 6 months after surgery. Subgingival biofilms were analyzed by checkerboard DNA-DNA hybridization technique for 40 bacterial species. RESULTS: Recession height, clinical attachment level and bleeding on probing improved significantly (p<0.05) at 6 months post-CPF. The proportions of 10 periodontal pathogens and the proportions of red and orange complexes decreased at 6 months. CONCLUSION: In conclusion, CPF can induce beneficial effects on the composition of the subgingival microbiota after 6 months.

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Published

2011-02-01

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How to Cite

Changes in the subgingival biofilm composition after coronally positioned flap . (2011). Journal of Applied Oral Science, 19(1), 68-73. https://doi.org/10.1590/S1678-77572011000100014