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Etiology and Prevalence of Gingival Recession

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Gingival recession is a highly prevalent problem affecting individuals of all ages worldwide. Before considering any therapeutic strategies for gingival recession defects, it is important to identify the underlying etiological factors that contributed to the development of the clinical condition. The main etiological factors for gingival recession are plaque-induced periodontal inflammation and mechanical trauma caused by improper toothbrushing habits. Several other predisposing and precipitating factors have also been implicated in the etiology of gingival recession. The aim of this chapter is to summarize the different etiological factors contributing to the development of gingival recession. Furthermore, the prevalence of gingival recession among different populations will be described.

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Kasaj, A. (2018). Etiology and Prevalence of Gingival Recession. In: Kasaj, A. (eds) Gingival Recession Management. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-70719-8_3

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