Shayan Barootchi

Purpose: Reports on the occurrence of peri-implant diseases date back nearly two decades. Despite the attempts taken toward the management of this disease, the literature still lacks a common remedy for predictable treatment.

1 Introduction Gingival recession is a highly prevalent condition that can pose both functional and esthetic challenges, particularly when located in the esthetic zone or associated with root sensitivity and plaque accumulation. Among the surgical techniques developed for root coverage, the Coronally Advanced Flap (CAF) and Tunnel (TUN) techniques have emerged as two (among many) of the most widely studied and commonly used, each with proven efficacy when applied appropriately [1-4].

1 Introduction Dental implant therapy has significantly transformed modern dentistry, contributing to improved oral function, esthetics, and overall quality of life for patients [1, 2]. Nonetheless, the growing number of implants placed worldwide has been paralleled by an increasing frequency of implant-related complications and greater complexity in their management [3-7].