Mucogingival Conditions and Deformities Revisited. Review of their Current Classification and their Impact on Health and Function of Teeth

Authors

  • Nkem Obiechina Periodontics and Implant Dentistry Private Practice, Shady Grove Smiles, 8927 Shady Grove Ct, MD. 20877 and Pannu Dental Associates, USA Author
  • Ahmad Soolari Periodontics and Implant Dentistry Private Practice, Soolari Dentistry 11251 Lockwood Drive, Silver Spring, MD.20901 and Potomac Smiles, USA Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.47363/JDSR/2022(4)143

Keywords:

Gingival Recession, Abrasion, Mucogingival Deformity, Mucogingival Conditions and Ectopic Frenum

Abstract

Mucogingival conditions and Deformities involve defects in the morphology, position, quantity of soft tissue and bone that support teeth, edentulous sites and dental implants. They significantly affect the supporting tissue around teeth and implants, and can affect the esthetics, health and function of them. The goal of this article is to review Mucogingival conditions and Deformities and their impact on teeth. 

Author Biographies

  • Nkem Obiechina, Periodontics and Implant Dentistry Private Practice, Shady Grove Smiles, 8927 Shady Grove Ct, MD. 20877 and Pannu Dental Associates, USA

    Nkem Obiechina, Periodontics and Implant Dentistry Private Practice, Shady Grove Smiles, 8927 Shady Grove Ct, MD. 20877 and Pannu Dental Associates, USA.

  • Ahmad Soolari, Periodontics and Implant Dentistry Private Practice, Soolari Dentistry 11251 Lockwood Drive, Silver Spring, MD.20901 and Potomac Smiles, USA

    Ahmad Soolari, Periodontics and Implant Dentistry Private Practice, Soolari Dentistry 11251 Lockwood Drive, Silver Spring, MD.20901 and Potomac Smiles, USA.

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Published

2025-11-29

Issue

Vol. 4 No. 4 (2022): Volume 4 Issue 4

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Articles