Loosened section of soft tissue separated from the surrounding tissues, except at its base, for surgical access. See: Apically positioned flap, Beveled flap, Coronally positioned flap, Envelope flap, Full-thickness flap, Gingival flap, Partial thickness flap, Positioned flap.
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