Awareness of Gingival Recession and Its Causes and Consequences Among Adults in Saudi Arabia
Marwa Madi, Eman Aljoghaiman, Shahad T. Alameer, Mohammed Albander, Muntathir Alahmed, Mujtaba Almuallim, Ahmed Elakel, Maha Abdelsalam

TL;DR
This study assesses how aware Saudi adults are of gingival recession, its causes, and consequences, finding that awareness is influenced by factors like age, gender, and oral hygiene.
Contribution
The study provides new insights into the awareness and risk factors of gingival recession in Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the need for targeted preventive strategies.
Findings
Gingival recession prevalence was 26.66% among Saudi adults.
Dental plaque was the most reported cause of gingival recession.
Aesthetic concerns were the most recognized consequence of gingival recession.
Abstract
Background/Objectives: Gingival recession (GR), characterized by the apical displacement of the gingival margin leading to root exposure, risk of root caries, dentine hypersensitivity (DH), and plaque accumulation. This study aimed to evaluate the awareness, causes, and consequences of gingival recession among adults in Saudi Arabia. Methods: A cross-sectional self-reported survey was conducted from September 2023 to December 2024, involving 619 participants (51.53% male). Participants were recruited through dental clinics, community centers, and online platforms across multiple regions in Saudi Arabia to ensure diverse demographic and socioeconomic representation. A validated 27-question survey collected data on demographics, oral hygiene practices, and GR awareness and related factors. Statistical analysis was performed using SAS 9.4, with significance set at p < 0.05. Results: The…
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Taxonomy
TopicsPeriodontal Regeneration and Treatments · Oral and gingival health research · Dental Erosion and Treatment
