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This narrative review aims to evaluate the current and relevant literature on the treatment of CDs and update the latest decision\u2010making process with the new literature.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Medline\/PubMed, Embase, BIREME, and Google Scholar databases were searched. The NCCL portion of the CDs was classified according to Pini\u2010Prato et\u00a0al.\u2019s classification (2010). The GR portion of the CDs was classified according to Cairo et\u00a0al.\u2019s classification (2011) and gingival phenotype. Based on these, a decision tree, supported by the current literature, was proposed.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Several approaches associating different surgical techniques\/graft materials with different NCCL restoration protocols and materials are available. When A\u2212, A+, and B\u2212 NCCL are present, only a surgical procedure for root coverage is needed based on GR characteristics. When either B+ or V\u2010shaped NCCL is present, a composite restorative protocol and a root coverage procedure should be considered.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>CDs are characterized by the coexistence of gingival recession and a non\u2010carious cervical lesion. This updated decision\u2010making process incorporated current literature, including new evidence on soft tissue grafts, which can guide clinicians in the treatment of CDs.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Plain language summary<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Gum recession often occurs alongside defects in the tooth that are not caused by cavities. These two conditions can appear on the same tooth in about half of the cases. When that happens, treatment becomes more complex and requires careful planning. Choosing the best approach depends on the shape and severity of the tooth defect. This recommendation helps dentists and patients understand how to manage these combined problems. Most cases fall into mild categories (A\u2212, A+, and B\u2212; i.e., shallow tooth defects) and can be treated with standard procedures for gum recession alone. However, about 25% of cases have a more advanced defect (B+; i.e., deep tooth defects), which requires both a tooth restoration and gum surgery. The way gum recession is treated also depends on how thick the gum tissue is. If the tissue is thin, using the patient's own tissue for a graft usually gives the best results. If the tissue is already thick, a graft may not be necessary. In moderate cases, a graft using either patient tissue or commercial materials can improve long\u2010term success. This recommendation summarizes the latest research and provides practical guidance to improve treatment outcomes for both patients and clinicians.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>","DOI":"10.1002\/jper.70049","type":"journal-article","created":{"date-parts":[[2026,1,7]],"date-time":"2026-01-07T11:28:26Z","timestamp":1767785306000},"page":"1010-1025","update-policy":"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1002\/crossmark_policy","source":"Crossref","is-referenced-by-count":5,"title":["An updated evidence\u2010based recommendation for the treatment of gingival recession associated with non\u2010carious cervical lesions"],"prefix":"10.1002","volume":"97","author":[{"ORCID":"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0000-0001-9468-0729","authenticated-orcid":false,"given":"Mauro Pedrine","family":"Santamaria","sequence":"first","affiliation":[{"name":"College of Dentistry University of Kentucky  Lexington Kentucky 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