Arthroscopic subacromial decompression (ASAD) is becoming a widely performed surgical procedure of the shoulder. The technique has evolved from open anterior acromioplasty as described by Neer,1,2 Hawkins et al,3,4 Rockwood,5 and Bigliani et al.6 The transition from open to arthroscopic technique entails a definite learning curve and should not be underestimated. This chapter focuses on the tec...

the loss of the papilla can lead to cosmetic deformities, phonetic problems and lateral food impaction. several reasons con-tribute to the loss of interdental papillae and the establishment of “black triangles” between teeth. in 1996, han and takei proposed a novel approach based on the use of a semi-lunar incision placed in the alveolar mucosa of the interdental area. the present case report, ...