A Cross-Sectional Observational Study of Gingival Color Patterns in the South Indian Population.

Background: Gingival aesthetics or pink aesthetics requires a prosthodontic approach to ensure an appealing smile with an optimal muco-gingival appearance by the use of colored materials with gingival shades to match adjacent soft tissues. However, the selection of this adhesive gingival-colored material becomes complex owing to the wide range of gingival color guides and shade tabs currently available on the market.

Aim: The study aims to assess the variation in gingival color between two specific regions on the anterior gingival surface through the use of a digital color assessment method.