The anatomic crown is shorter than the clinical crown of a tooth in which of the following instances___________________?
Correct answer: D. Gingival recession
- A. Impaction
- B. Gingivitis
- C. Occlusal wear
- D. Gingival recession
Explanation
Gingival recession exposes part of the root, making the clinically visible crown longer than the anatomic crown. In gingivitis the clinical crown is usually obscured by gingival enlargement rather than lengthened.
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