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An overview of delayed passive eruption.

M A Weinberg1, R N Eskow

  • 1Division of Surgical Sciences, Department of Periodontics, New York University College of Dentistry, New York, New York, USA.

Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry (Jamesburg, N.J. : 1995)
|February 24, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Delayed passive eruption in adults occurs when gums stay on enamel instead of the cementoenamel junction. Recognizing its signs is key for proper diagnosis and treatment planning.

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Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Periodontology
  • Esthetic Dentistry

Background:

  • Delayed passive eruption is a condition where the gingival unit remains positioned high on the enamel surface.
  • This malpositioning occurs instead of the gingival margin reaching the cementoenamel junction (CEJ).

Observation:

  • The gingival unit is observed on the convex prominence of the enamel.
  • The gingival margin is not at or near the cementoenamel junction.

Findings:

  • Treatment planning requires consideration of periodontal health, esthetic outcomes, and prosthetic needs.
  • The relationship between the gingival tissue and the underlying bone (gingival/osseous relationship) is crucial for accurate diagnosis.

Implications:

  • Increased awareness of delayed passive eruption's signs and symptoms is essential for clinicians.
  • Timely and appropriate treatment can be rendered once the condition is correctly identified.

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