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Title: How to Treat Receding Gums?
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How to Treat Receding Gums?
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- Although receding gums are a common dental
problem, many people are unaware that they have
it. That is because the process occurs slowly
over time. With gum recession, the gum tissue
surrounding the tooth pulls back or wears away.
This exposes more of the tooth and its root.
Eventually, gaps form between the gum line and
teeth that make it easier for bacteria to build
and threaten the health of the tooth even more.
When you dont get prompt treatment for receding
gums, it can causes serious damage to the tissues
and bones supporting the teeth. At this point,
extracting the tooth may be the only option.
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Symptoms and Reasons for Receding Gums
- One of the first indications that your gums may
be receding is that one or more of your teeth
feel especially sensitive. You may also notice
that some of your teeth look longer than others
do. Additionally, you may feel a small pocket
near your gum line with your finger or tongue.
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- People develop gum problems for a variety of
reasons, including - Poor oral hygiene skills
- Hormonal changes
- Genetic factors
- Brushing the teeth too hard
- Having periodontal disease
- Teeth grinding or clenching
- Smoking
- Tongue or lip piercing
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How Our Dentist Treat a Receding Gum Line
- The type of treatment for receding gums depends
on the severity of your situation. Many patients
notice significant improvement after a deep
cleaning appointment. This process removes plaque
and tartar on the teeth and below the gum line.
Your dentist may also refer to it as scaling and
root planning. This makes it more difficult for
bacteria to invade.
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- For patients who dont respond to deep cleaning
or who have a more advanced case of gum
recession, a pocket depth reduction surgery may
be necessary. During this process, your dentist
lifts the affected gum tissue, removes the
bacteria that has formed in pockets, and replaces
the gum tissue over the tooth in a snug fashion
so bacteria cant invade in the future. Several
other surgical procedures are also available. To
learn more about them or how to prevent gum
recession, please schedule an appointment with
Dr. Prasad Gonavarum at Smiles of La Mesa.
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