
Why are clinicians and patients choosing Palate Free treatments?
Traditional treatment options, such as a Connective Tissue Graft or a Free Gingival Graft are effective, but have several limitations:
At Geistlich, our pioneering path from biomaterial developer to market leader has been built firmly upon science. Our 165+ years of collagen expertise has fueled soft tissue advancement with a selection of matrices to expand therapeutic options in both open and closed healing situations.
The result is an evolution in care – soft tissue procedures without going to the palate. This palate free approach can positively impact patient satisfaction with faster treatment times and considerably less pain and discomfort.1-5
Improve patient satisfaction with faster treatment times and considerably less pain and discomfort.1-5
In a recent interview with Prof. Dr. Daniel Thoma, he discussed the benefits of palate free procedures in his practice.
“Avoiding a second surgical site reduces patient morbidity, as well as my surgical time.”
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Full InterviewProf. Dr. Daniel Thoma
Geistlich Fibro-Gide® and Geistlich Mucograft® each offer unique benefits, allowing you to select the right Palate Free matrix for your specific clinical needs.
Structure | Compact and spongy layer |
Cross-Linking | Reconstituted collagen – no cross-linking |
Stability | Good volume stability |
Healing | Open and submerged healing |
Indications |
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Patient Reported Outcomes | “More than two-thirds of the patients preferred the appearance of collagen matrix therapy.”8 |
Structure | Porous layer |
Cross-Linking | Reconstituted collagen – smart cross-linking |
Stability | Increase volume stability |
Healing | Submerged healing |
Indications |
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Patient Reported Outcomes | “One of the greatest benefits of using soft tissue substitutes is decreased patient morbidity.”9 |
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