Surgical gum graft instrument

This project focused on developing a low-tech surgical tool to improve efficiency in periodontal gum transplantation procedures. In collaboration with a practicing periodontologist, the design was based on research into applying a meshed cutting pattern to donor gum tissue, allowing it to stretch significantly and cover a larger area. The tool consists of a cutting base on which the graft is positioned and a patterned guide plate used to apply a precise incision pattern. By using smaller donor grafts to treat larger wounds, the solution reduces surgical time and has led to one additional procedure per day, improving clinical workflow and patient care. A validated prototype is now set for further research at Harvard University.