The position of mucogingival line____________________?
Correct answer: B. Constant throughout the life
- A. Shifts apically with age
- B. Constant throughout the life
- C. Shifts coronally with age
- D. None of the above
Explanation
The mucogingival junction is a relatively stable landmark throughout life because the attached gingiva does not normally migrate across it. Age-related apical or coronal changes mainly affect the gingival margin, not the mucogingival line.
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