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Why does attached gingiva increase with age? Exploring the periodontal changes

Research has consistently shown that the width of attached gingiva increases with age in both the maxillary and mandibular dental arches. This physiological change is primarily the result of continued tooth eruption throughout a person's life, combined with a relatively stable position of the mucogingival junction. Understanding why does attached gingiva increase with age involves exploring the complex and natural remodeling that occurs in periodontal tissues.

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