INBDE (Integrated National Board Dental Examination) Practice Exam

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What is the most common cause of inadequate attached gingiva?

Improper brushing technique
Genetic predisposition
Labial eruption path
Medications

The correct answer is: Labial eruption path

Inadequate attached gingiva is most commonly caused by a labial eruption path, in which the eruption of the tooth causes the gum tissue to be stretched and pulled away from the tooth. This can result in a lack of attached gingiva and an increased risk for periodontal disease. Improper brushing technique and genetic predisposition may contribute to inadequate attached gingiva, but they are not the most common cause. Medications can also affect the health of the gingival tissue, but they are not typically the primary cause of inadequate attached gingiva.