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Mucogingival problems, prevalence and therapy in children
Journal of Periodontology
|September 11, 1975
Summary
Mucogingival problems, affecting 12-19% of children, are linked to insufficient keratinized tissue. Early intervention with free gingival grafts is recommended for children with limited keratinized or attached gingiva before orthodontic treatment.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Periodontology
- Oral Surgery
Background:
- Mucogingival problems are observed in pediatric patients.
- Prevalence rates range from 12% to 19% in examined pediatric populations.
- Insufficient keratinized tissue is a common mucogingival issue in children.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the occurrence and prevalence of mucogingival problems in children.
- To identify developmental factors associated with insufficient keratinized tissue.
- To evaluate the efficacy of autogenous free gingival grafts for managing pediatric mucogingival issues.
Main Methods:
- Clinical assessment of mucogingival conditions in a pediatric sample.
- Survey to determine the prevalence of mucogingival problems.
- Review of developmental relationships with insufficient keratinized tissue.
- Evaluation of autogenous free gingival graft as a treatment option.
Main Results:
- Mucogingival problems are prevalent in children, with 12-19% affected.
- Insufficient keratinized tissue is developmentally linked to incisor eruption patterns and alveolar process width.
- Free gingival grafts are recommended for children with 1 mm or less of keratinized tissue.
Conclusions:
- Mucogingival issues are a significant concern in pediatric dentistry.
- Developmental factors play a role in the etiology of insufficient keratinized tissue.
- Autogenous free gingival grafts are effective for preventing the progression of mucogingival problems in children, particularly when orthodontic intervention is planned.