Gingival Biotype Variations with Gender in Indian Population Using Direct Visual Inspection, Probe Transparency and Transgingival Probing Technique: A Cross -Sectional Study

Abstract

Background Gingival biotype is the thickness of gingiva in the labiopalatal or labiolingual aspect. It is directly related to periodontal health and disease. It also describes the prognosis and outcome of periodontal treatment. It differs from person to person and with gender. Hence one should have a better understanding of the gingival biotype in the population.Aim The aim of the study was to assess the variations in gingival biotype with gender in Indian population males and females.Methodology A total of 200 subjects 100 males and 100 females were included in the study. Subjects with healthy gingiva were considered. Gingival biotype was measured in the esthetic region ndash anteriors. The methods used for the measurement of gingival biotype were direct visual inspection probe transparency and transgingival probing methods.Results It was observed that males showed thicker gingival biotype whereas females showed thinner type. Statistical significance was established with p lt0.05.Conclusion A definitive clear thick gingival biotype was observed in males as compared to females who presented thin gingiva.