Stop Receding Gums Before They Start SIMPLE HABITS THAT CAN SAVE YOUR SMILE
When most people think about oral health, they focus solely on their teeth. That’s what other people see when we flash our smiles, so it makes sense that we want them to be as white, straight, and healthy as possible. However, you also need to pay attention to and care for your gums. Once they start receding, there are very few options to correct them. January is Receding Gums Awareness Month, so there’s no better time to learn more about a condition that affects a significant portion of the American population.
As mentioned earlier, once your gums start to recede, it is nearly impossible to get them to return to their original position. There is no cure, and nonsurgical treatments like antibiotics and dental bonding will only go so far. While orthodontics may help if a chipped or rotated tooth is causing the recession, there’s no telling for sure if the gum line will correct itself after treatment. Gum graft surgery performed by a periodontist is the only long-lasting treatment option with proven results. In most cases, they’ll take a graft from the roof of your mouth and transplant it to your gum line. When it comes to gum recession, prevention is the best option since it can’t truly be cured. Some things you can do to stave off gum recession include brushing your teeth twice a day, flossing daily, visiting your dentist for your cleanings and checkups, avoiding smoking or chewing tobacco, and using a soft-bristle toothbrush.
Gum recession is a form of gum disease that occurs when your tissue pulls away from your teeth, exposing
your sensitive roots and making your teeth more susceptible to cavities. It can happen for many different reasons, including brushing too hard or aggressively, dental plaque buildup, injury to gum tissue, smoking, mouth piercings, and periodontal disease. If you start to notice pain or discomfort near your gum line or sensitivity, you should bring it up at your next dental appointment.
As soon as you notice any symptoms or signs of gum recession, see your dentist immediately. You don’t want it to get any worse!
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