Tasas e indicadores de riesgo de las recesiones gingivales en una muestra peruana

Abstract

ObjectiveTo evaluate the prevalence, extent, severity and risk indicators of gingival recession in a population of Lima, Peru. Materials and methodsA representative sample of 318 adults aged 25-75 years was evaluated. A structured questionnaire was completed, and a clinical examination performed in the vestibular area of all teeth. Gingival recession was assessed by study subject, by tooth and depth of each (mean). The risk indicators assessed were: level of education, gender, socioeconomic status, brushing movement, brushing frequency, frequency of flossing, and previous periodontal and orthodontic treatments. A multivariate regression model was used to establish associations. ResultsThe prevalence of gingival recession was 94.3%, and the extension was 44.8%, being more common in the mandibular region (54.2%). The mean severity of recessions was 3.86±0.45mm. Males showed a significant association with the severity of recessions (OR=2, CI: 1.09-3.68). ConclusionGingival recessions were highly prevalent in this Peruvian population. The main risk indicators found were gender, brushing movement, and previous orthodontic treatment.