How dental restorations influence plaque-induced gingivitis (a cross-sectional study)?

Abstract

Aim and objectives: This study aims to establish if oral distribution of dental restorations in close contact to gingiva can influence the risk, severity or distribution of gingivitis. Material and methods: The data presented in this study are part of the PAROGYM cross-sectional study developed on a sample of 1595 Bucharest schoolchildren aged 11 to 14 years. The students were clinically examined and gingival scores were recorded. The Löe GRI index (gingival restoration index) was used for the assessment of dental restorations in close contact to gingiva. Results: The first molars are the teeth that have most often dental restorations in relation to gingiva and can provide some reasons for the prevalence value of gingivitis from this area.