Gingival Recession In The Periodontology Specialist Polyclinic Of The Oral And Dental Hospital, Airlangga University, From January To December 2022

The condition known as gingival recession occurs when the gingival margin migrates apically from the cementoenamel junction, exposing the tooth root surface. In addition to aesthetic issues, gingival recession can result in a number of pathological issues, including dentin hypersensitivity and cavities on the surface of the tooth root. Gingival recession is thought to have a complex etiology, meaning multiple factors frequently contribute to its onset. This study aims to determine the prevalence of gingival recession based on age and gender among patients visiting the Periodontics Specialist Polyclinic at Airlangga University Dental and Oral Hospital. This study aims to gather information on gingival recession occurrence among RSGM Airlangga University patients from January to December 2022. This study employs a descriptive observational research design and utilizes secondary data from the periodontal status records of patients at Airlangga University Dental and Oral Hospital from January to December 2022. Following a descriptive analysis of the data, conclusions were drawn. The results of this study show that, among the 57 samples meeting the inclusion criteria, 24 were male and 33 were female. Gingival recession was more common in individuals aged 45 to 54. Future studies will involve in-depth research on the etiological factors, focus on evaluating the effectiveness of various treatment methods, longitudinal studies to monitor the progression of gingival recession over time.