Title
Comparative evaluation of microneedling-assisted injectable PRP versus PRP for managing thin gingival phenotype: A randomized clinical study
Authors
Pawan Kumar*, Maya S. Indurkar, C.D Dhalkari, Madhu Varma & Aishwarya Mulay
Affiliation
Department of Periodontology, Government Dental College and Hospital, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra, India; *Corresponding author
Pawan Kumar - E-mail:
Pawankumar151997@gmail.com
Maya S. Indurkar - E-mail: maya.indurkar@gov.in
C.D Dhalkari - E-mail: dr.cddhalkari@gov.in
Madhu Varma - E-mail: varmamadhu66@gmail.com
Aishwarya Mulay - E-mail: armulay3@gmail.com
Article Type
Research Article
Date
Received May 1, 2026; Revised May 31, 2026; Accepted May 31, 2026, Published May 31, 2026
Abstract
Thin gingival phenotype presents a clinical challenge due to its susceptibility to recession and compromised periodontal stability. Therefore, it is of interest to compare the effectiveness of microneedling-assisted injectable platelet-rich plasma (PRP) with PRP in managing thin gingival phenotype. Hence, patients were allocated into two groups receiving either combined microneedling with PRP or PRP and outcomes were assessed based on gingival thickness and clinical parameters. The combination therapy demonstrated significantly greater improvement in gingival thickness and overall tissue quality compared to PRP alone. Thus, we show that microneedling enhances the regenerative potential of PRP, making it a more effective modality for gingival phenotype modification.
Keywords
Microneedling, platelet-rich plasma (PRP), thin gingival phenotype, gingival thickness, periodontal regeneration
Citation
Kumar et al. Bioinformation 22(5): 2869-2872 (2026)
Edited by
Hiroj Bagde
ISSN
0973-2063
Publisher
License
This is an Open Access article which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly credited. This is distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License.
