Abstract Introduction. Periodontal plastic surgery is widely used in the treatment of gingival recessions with the aim of: root coverage, reduction of bacterial plaque deposits, reduction of hypersensitivity, treatment of cervical necarious lesions and improvement of aesthetics. Purpose. The aim of the study is to evaluate clinical outcomes of root coverage in patients undergoing the laterally closed tunneling technique. Materials and methods. 7 patients with RT1 gingival recession were enrolled in this study. The following clinical parameters were used to assess baseline status and monitor treatment efficacy over time: probing depth (PD), clinical attachment level (CAL), complete root coverage (CRC), mean root coverage (MRC), recession depth (RD) and keratinized tissue width (KTW). Results. Following surgical treatment of gingival recession coverage using the laterally closed tunneling technique, complete coverage with increased gingival thickness was observed at a 3-month postoperative follow-up. At 6 months postoperatively complete coverage of the recession was maintained with no signs of recurrence. Similarly, a reduction in dental sensitivity was noted, with the possibility of maintaining satisfactory hygiene. Conclusions. The the laterally closed tunneling technique offers multiple advantages, such as minimizing operative trauma, reducing postoperative discomfort and achieving favorable aesthetic and functional results. The use of connective tissue grafts in this technique allows timely tissue regeneration and promotes optimal healing. Keywords: gingival recession, tunneling, periodontal surgery.