Difference in Buccal Gingival Thickness between the Mandible and Maxilla in the Aesthetic Zone: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT: Background: Fragile gingival tissue is a risk factor for the development of gingival recessions. Despite the fact that gingival recessions are more commonly seen around anterior mandibular teeth, previous research has predominantly concentrated on the gingival dimensions in the anterior maxilla. The objective was to systematically compare buccal gingival thicknesses between the upper and lower jaws in individuals with healthy gingival conditions in the aesthetic zone. Methods: A comprehensive search of three databases was carried out until October 2023. Gingival thickness differences between the maxilla and mandible were evaluated by calculating the mean differences along with the corresponding 95% confidence interval (CI). Subgroup analysis was conducted based on the measure

SUBMITTER: Schwarz L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10971348 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature