USE OF MUCODERM? COLLAGEN MATRIX IN PERI-IMPLANT AESTHETIC DEFECT CORRECTION

Introduction: Soft tissue defects around osseointegrated implants have stimulated the development of techniques aimed at reducing these defects, especially when located in areas of the premaxilla. Case Report: A 40-year-old, female, non-smoker, sought dental care complaining of darkening around the region where isan implant corresponding to element 12. On clinical examination, it was observed that peri-implant mucosa was present thin with a depression revealing a shading in vestibular aesthetic area and a palatinized prosthesis on implant. Discussion: Allografts appeared in the market as a substitute for autogenous connective graft, with the proposal to avoid a second surgical area, besides shortening the procedure time and reducing postoperative discomfort. Conclusion: The use of Mucoderm? in aesthetic area provides excellent results, establishing and maintaining the facial bone wall; in addition, contributes to the formation of a thick soft tissue in the aesthetic area, besides providing a better postoperative and avoiding a second surgical site.