Free Gingival Graft (FGG) Hands-On Workshop with Lecture: Techniques for Predictable Soft Tissue Augmentation

Abstract: 

This session provides a comprehensive introduction to the Free Gingival Graft (FGG) procedure for increasing keratinized tissue width and improving peri-implant or periodontal soft tissue stability. Participants will first learn the biological rationale, indications, donor site management, and recipient site preparation through a focused lecture. The practical session then allows attendees to perform harvesting, grafting, and suturing techniques on models, gaining confidence in this essential soft tissue augmentation method for long-term implant and periodontal success.

Learning Objective:

1. Understand the indications, advantages, and limitations of Free Gingival Grafts in periodontal and implant dentistry.

2. Learn the biological principles and proper recipient bed preparation for successful FGG integration.

3. Master the step-by-step technique for harvesting a Free Gingival Graft from the palate, including donor site management.

4. Perform precise graft adaptation, stabilization, and suturing methods to achieve optimal healing and tissue thickness.

Speakers:

Dr. Chan Yat Him, Dave 

BDS(HK), MDS (Perio)(HK), M Perio RCSEd, FHKAM (Dental Surgery), FCDSHK(Periodontology) 

Dr. Dave Chan is a specialist in Periodontology with a private practice in Hong Kong. His clinical focus includes the management of periodontitis, peri-implantitis, and dental implant rehabilitation.

Dr. Chan earned his dental degree from the University of Hong Kong and subsequently obtained a Master of Dental Surgery in Periodontology from the same institution. He is a Member in Periodontology of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow. Additionally, Dr. Chan holds fellowships from the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine and the College of Dental Surgeons of Hong Kong.

He is currently appointed as an Honorary Clinical Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Hong Kong, where he contributes to the undergraduate curriculum in Periodontology and Implant Dentistry.

Dr. Wong Hok Ling, Janet

BDS(HK), MGD(CDSHK), MRACDS, MDS(Perio) (HK), M Perio RCSEd, FCDSHK(Periodontology), FHKAM(Dental Surgery)

Dr. Wong earned her BDS degrees from HKU in 2005. After a few years of private practice, she joined the Government Dental Service for 15 years. During this period, she finished her MDS degree and higher training in Periodontology in 2018 and 2022 respectively. Dr. Wong is currently working in the private sector and as part-time teacher for the University of Hong Kong.

Dr. Tse Ming Nga, Judy 

BDS(HK), MDS (Perio)(HK), M Perio RCSEd, FHKAM (Dental Surgery), FCDSHK(Periodontology)

She received her Bachelor of Dental Surgery and Master of Dental Surgery in Periodontology from the University of Hong Kong. She is a Member in Periodontology of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and holds Fellowships from the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine as well as the College of Dental Surgeons of Hong Kong in the specialty of Periodontology.

Dr. Tse serves as a Part-time Senior Clinical Practitioner at the University of Hong Kong, where she contributes to the teaching and training of postgraduate students in the master programme of Periodontology. She practices in a periodontist clinic in Hong Kong, focusing on the management of periodontal and peri-implant diseases, periodontal plastic surgery and dental implants rehabilitation.