Gum Recession 1 article

Gum Recession is the apical displacement of the gingival margin that exposes part of the root surface. Assessment considers the amount and pattern of recession, periodontal phenotype, traumatic brushing, inflammation, tooth position and associated problems such as sensitivity, root caries or aesthetic concern. Some cases are monitored and managed with preventive measures, while selected defects may be treated with mucogingival surgery. This differs from periodontitis because gingival recession can occur without active disease-driven loss of periodontal attachment.