PREVALENCE OF GINGIVAL RECESSION AND ASSOCIATED FACTORS: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY

Abstract

This cross-sectional study aimed to evaluate the prevalence of gingival recession (GR) in a sample of 50 patients treated at the Federal University of the Jequitinhonha and Mucuri Valleys (UFVJM), with a mean age of 38.1 years. GR, characterized by apical migration of gingival tissue and consequent exposure of the tooth root, was identified in 66% of the participants, with a higher occurrence observed in premolars (38.7%). A survey revealed a predominance of the thick periodontal phenotype (74.8%) and the Pini-Prato A- and Cairo Type I classifications, indicating superficial recessions and no loss of proximal attachment. Dentin hypersensitivity was identified in 36% of the cases, a percentage lower than expected, probably due to the smaller extent of the recessions. The results indicated that most participants brushed their teeth frequently (66% brushed their teeth three times a day), although there is evidence that inadequate habits may contribute to the development of GR. We also observed a female predominance (58%) and a high prevalence of individuals with income below one minimum wage (72%), indicating the possible influence of these sociodemographic factors on the occurrence of the condition.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56238/sevened2024.034-012