Meaning Gingival Recession
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Gingival Recession


Exposure of the root surface when the edge of the gum (Gingiva) moves apically away from the Crown of the Tooth. This is common with advancing age, vigorous Tooth brushing, Diseases, or Tissue loss of [..]
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Gingival Recession


The exposure of root surface by an apical shift in the position of the gingiva.
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Gingival Recession


a condition where the gum tissue appears to be shrinking away from the tooth. Gingival recession may be a symptom of gum disease or due to overly aggressive tooth brushing. This condition, if left untreated, may predispose to future tooth loss.
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