Aim of this study is the assessment of gingival recession and its impact on oral health related quality of life in tertiary health care center in Haryana state.
Objectives:
1. Determine the prevalence of gingival recession (GR) through clinical screening. 2. Classify patients with GR based on the system proposed by Cairo et al. 3. Identify the risk factors associated with GR 4. To assess the impact of GR on oral health related quality of life.
Age 18-45 years old;
Patients who are willing to participate in the study and ready to give informed consent.
Cases defined for GR will be done according to Cairo at el.
The minimum threshold for reporting the presence of gingival recession will be greater than or equal to 1 mm.
Systemic disease affecting the periodontal issues (e.g., bleeding disorders, diabetes mellitus etc.)
Patients under medication associated with gingival enlargement (e.g., calcium channel blockers, immunosuppressants or anticonvulsants).
Patients having masochistic habits (tongue thrusting, nail biting etc.)
Mobile teeth