n. (pl. gingivae) the gum: the layer of dense connective tissue and overlying mucous membrane that covers the alveolar bone and necks of the teeth. —gingival adj.
the thickness or thinness of the *gingiva in the faciopalatal dimension. A thin gingival biotype is thought to have a direct relation with gingival recession following surgical and restorative procedures.... gingival biotype
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