Minimally invasive treatment is a major advancement in dental therapy and is rapidly becoming part of the average dentist's daily practice. These innovations range from cavity preparation through surgical modalities. The extent of this radical advancement can be illustrated by changes in periodontal therapy. It was traditionally necessary to elevate large mucogingival flaps for access to underlying structures. These procedures often resulted in esthetic deformities, food impaction, and increased thermal sensitivity. The innovations described in this text detail approaches that stand in marked...