Gingival recession in its localized or generalized form is an undesirable condition resulting in root exposure (1).
Prevalence is correlated to:
- Vigorous tooth brushing
- Malpositionned teeth
- Inflammation or Periodontal disease
- Tobacco consumption
- Teeth grinding
- Piercing of lip or tongue
- Genetics
Main Syntoms:
- Teeth appear longer than normal
- Loose teeth
- Teeth sensitivity
- Tooth decay below the gum line
- Increase in the gaps between teeth
It is of some importance a proper diagnosis and evaluation of the type of recession for the treatment predictability. Gingival recession is the process where there is a exposure of the root surface due to apical migration of the gingival margin (gum tissue). It affects a significant proportion of the adult population (1).
Several Surgical approaches have been proposed in the few years in respect to root coverage (2).
(1) The etiology and prevalence of gingival recession. MM Kassab, RE Cohen -‐ The Journal of the American Dental …, 2003 -‐ Am Dental Assoc
(2) Treatment of multiple recession-‐type defects in patients with esthetic demands. G Zucchelli, M De Sanctis -‐ Journal of Periodontology, 2000 -‐ Wiley Online Library