Zinc-Containing Surgical Stents for Soft Tissue Healing: Clinical Case Series and Chair-Side Application

: Zinc-containing stents show promising clinical potential as adjunctive tools in the management of periodontal and oral mucosal conditions. Their bioactive properties-anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and regenerative-may enhance soft tissue healing and patient comfort. Further controlled clinical studies are needed to establish standardized treatment protocols and optimize zinc formulations for wider adoption in clinical practice.