This randomized clinical trial aims to evaluate whether injectable platelet-rich fibrin (i-PRF) and low-level laser therapy (LLLT) can reduce graft shrinkage after free gingival graft procedures. Free gingival grafts are commonly used to increase the width of keratinized tissue around teeth, but the graft often shrinks during healing. In this study, patients will receive standard free gingival graft surgery with or without additional i-PRF or laser therapy. The goal is to determine whether these treatments improve healing and help maintain the size of the graft.
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Graft Area Shrinkage (%)
Timeframe: Baseline, 1 month, 3 months, and 6 months postoperatively.
Root Coverage Percentage (%)
Timeframe: Baseline and 6 months postoperatively.
Gingival Recession Depth (RD)
Timeframe: Baseline, 1 month, 3 months, and 6 months postoperatively.
Keratinized Tissue Height (KTH)
Timeframe: Baseline, 1 month, 3 months, and 6 months postoperatively.