7 Mucogingival Deformities and Conditions

A series of flashcards covering the key concepts of mucogingival deformities and conditions for exam preparation.

What are mucogingival deformities?

Any defect associated with deviation from normal anatomic/morphologic relationship between gingiva and alveolar mucosa.

What age groups are susceptible to mucogingival deformities?

All age groups.

What is gingival recession?

Movement of gingival margin to the point apical to cementoenamel junction.

What are the examples of mucogingival deformities and conditions?

Gingival/soft tissue recession, lack of keratinized gingiva, decreased vestibular depth, aberrant frenum/muscle position, gingival excess, abnormal color.

What is the most common mucogingival deformity?

Gingival recession.

What factors influence periodontal biotypes?

Genetic and environmental factors.

Describe the thin-scalloped gingival biotype

Slender, triangular-shaped crown with thin, delicate soft tissue and a narrow zone of keratinized tissue.

What characterizes the thick-flat gingival biotype?

Wide, square-shaped crown with thick, dense tissue and a wide band of keratinized tissue.

What is the Miller Classification System used for?

To classify the extent and severity of gingival recession.

What are the classifications in the Miller Classification System?

Class I: No recession to MGJ, Class II: Recession to or beyond MGJ, Class III: Recession with interdental loss, Class IV: Severe loss beyond MGJ.

What is a Recession Type 1 (RT1) in the Cairo Classification System?

Gingival recession with no loss of interproximal attachment.

What does Treatment Considerations for Gingival Recession Defects involve?

Assessing severity, tissue biotype, and individual patient-specific factors to determine if monitoring or surgical intervention is needed.