Measurement of the Width of Attached Gingiva in An Indian Subpopulation
Journal Title: Indian Journal of Dental Advancements - Year 2016, Vol 8, Issue 1
Abstract
Background: Width of attached gingiva (WAG) is an important marker for diagnosis of periodontal disease. The aim of this study was to determine normal values of the width of attached gingiva in an Indian subpopulation. Material and Methods: A total of 240 subjects were selected with healthy gingival tissue. WAG was measured. Results: The mean values of attached gingiva varied in different areas of the mouth . The width of attached gingiva increases with increase in age and is found to be more in females than males. Conclusion: WAG varies with age, gender and in different areas of the mouth. Further studies should be done on periodontally healthy individuals in different populations to ascertain the value of WAG and further consider it as adequate or inadequate, thus helping in forming a better treatment plan.
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Dhalkari Chandulal, Wagatkar Jayshri, Neha Bansal
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