New Zealand dentists' use of gingival retraction techniques for fixed prosthodontics and implants.

Abstract

Dentists in New Zealand undertake a considerable amount of fixed prosthodontic and implant work. Gingival retraction around natural teeth is used commonly, while only a small number of participants report using it for implants. A surprising finding was the relatively high number of participants who reported using surgery for gingival retraction around natural teeth.