Gingival recession classification –

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Gingival recession classification

Understanding & knowledge of the different stages & condition of gingival recession is necessary for predictable Root coverage.Several classifications of denuded roots have been proposed.(gingival recession classification). Sullivan & Atkins classification – • In the 1960’s Sullivan & Atkins classified gingival recession into four MORPHOLOGIC categories –(gingival recession classification) Miller’s classification – • In the … Read more

Chewing Gum During Fasting: Does It Ruin Your Fast?

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Chewing gum

Fasting is a practice that has been followed for centuries, with many different reasons for doing so, including religious, spiritual, and health-related purposes.During the fasting period, individuals abstain from food and drink for a set period of time, and in some cases, they are not even allowed to chew gum.But what if you are someone … Read more

stillman’s clefts

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Definition – Stillman’s clefts are apostrophe shaped indentation extending from & into the gingival margin varying distance on the facial surface. Named after- Paul R stillman. Types- There are two types of stillman’s cleft – Etiology – Occlusal trauma. also read- Halitosis .

Does an overbite make your face look wider?

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No, an overbite does not generally increase face width. But it might appear as there will be change in ratio of length & width of face. Above picture depicts – overbite ( vertical overlapping of more than 2–3 mm) The width of an individual’s face is primarily determined by factors – 1.Genetics2.Bone structure3.Muscle development. Overbite … Read more