02/26/2026
De-epithelialized Gingival Graft: This how Dr. Nosrati routinely gets long and amazing Connective tissue grafts extending to 40mm or more - we remove a gingival graft usually from canine or even lateral up to the distal of the first molar, than we de epithelialize it.
This technique is very safe, efficient and sweet.
De-epithelialized free gingival grafts (d-FGGs) are a periodontal procedure combining the benefits of a conventional FGG (increased keratinized tissue) with the superior aesthetics and vascularization of a subepithelial connective tissue graft (SCTG). The procedure involves removing the epithelium from an FGG before it is placed, usually to treat gingival recession or increase keratinized tissue width
