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The etiology and prevalence of gingival recession

The Journal of the American Dental Association, 2003
Gingival recession in its localized or generalized form is an undesirable condition resulting in root exposure. The result often is not esthetic and may lead to sensitivity and root caries. Exposed root surfaces also are prone to abrasion. The purpose of this article is to describe the prevalence, etiology and factors associated with gingival recession.
Moawia M, Kassab, Robert E, Cohen
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Correcting Generalized Gingival Recession

The Journal of the American Dental Association, 1993
Recession associated with the maxillary anterior gingiva can be particularly displeasing to the patient with a high smile line. The coronally positioned flap technique was used in this case to create a more esthetic appearance.
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Gingival Recession —Causes and Management

Primary Dental Journal, 2019
Gingival recession of varying extent and severity is increasingly encountered in general dental practice. This paper outlines the aetiology of recession and discusses management strategies, both conservative and complex. It also highlights when to intervene and what outcomes may be expected.
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Management and prevention of gingival recession

Periodontology 2000, 2016
AbstractGingival recession is highly prevalent worldwide. It increases the risk for root caries and can interfere with patient comfort, function and esthetics. Progressive gingival recession also increases the risk of tooth loss secondary to clinical attachment loss.
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Occurrence of Gingival Recession in Adults

Journal of Periodontology, 1989
The occurrence of gingival recession was investigated in adults by age and gender and in relation to their dental status and frequency of toothbrushing. A total of 258 dentate subjects were clinically examined. Their mean age was 46 years and they had an average of 19.4 natural teeth.
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Etiology of Gingival Recessions

2019
According to a systematic review conducted by Zweers et al. [1], three gingival biotypes can be clinically distinguished: Normal, thin scalloped, and thick flat according to the differences in the shape, position, and thickness of the marginal periodontal tissues [2].
Khadija Amine, Wafa El Kholti, Jamila Kissa   +2 more
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Gingival recession

Journal of Dentistry, 1984
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Gingival Recession

Dental Clinics of North America, 1976
James R. Gartrell, David P. Mathews
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Etiology of gingival recession

American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, 2014
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Gingival recession.

Journal of esthetic and restorative dentistry : official publication of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry ... [et al.], 2005
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