Ridge augmentation utilizing the subepithelial connective tissue graft: case reports.

Ridge augmentation has become a common periodontal prosthetic procedure. This article reviews ridge augmentation utilizing the subepithelial connective graft for correction of Class I, II, and III defects. The correct surgical procedures for achieving successful and predictable ridge augmentation are discussed, and a technique for combining ridge augmentation with root coverage is outlined, using three cases to illustrate the procedure. The learning objective of this article is to review and update the knowledge of augmentation procedures and techniques.