Abstract
How to obtain good graft tissue in free mucosal grafts is key point in successful grafts.
We have devised a mucotome (I T O type) that can obtain graft tissue from palatal mucosa (donor site).
It has been clinically applied in periodontal surgical procedures and it has proved to be satisfactory. The structure of this instrument consists of a frame, a handle and a blade holder, and it is designed as simply as possible in consideration of the operative field in the oral cavity.
As the blade (edge of a stainless steel razor) is disposable, a sharp blade can be used every time, and the curve of the blade can be adapted to the individual palate by adjusting the screws of the blade handle, thereby causing the blade within a range of 20 to 30mm from end to end of the bent blade.
This article describes formation and features of our devised mucotome and a technique for obtaining partial thickness palatal mucosal graft.
