{"id":299,"date":"2015-07-06T15:51:35","date_gmt":"2015-07-06T15:51:35","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.viennapleasantdental.com\/?page_id=299"},"modified":"2015-07-06T15:51:35","modified_gmt":"2015-07-06T15:51:35","slug":"gum-recession","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cornerstonedentalva.com\/procedures\/periodontics\/gum-recession\/","title":{"rendered":"Gum Recession"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"content\">\n<div id=\"StylizedImage\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/styles.prosites.com\/litesite\/2018\/GenedImages\/Stylized\/s_Periodontics-1892515116.jpg\" id=\"ctl00_ImageFlareStylized1_ImageFlareStylized1\">\n        <\/div>\n<p>    <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n\/\/&lt;![CDATA[\nSys.WebForms.PageRequestManager._initialize('ctl00$ContentPlaceHolder1$sm', 'aspnetForm', [], [], [], 90, 'ctl00');\n\/\/]]&gt;\n<\/script><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"PageService_Line_Item_Name\" id=\"ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_PageServiceLineItemName\">\n<div style=\"float:left\"><span id=\"ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_Pagename\">Gum Recession<\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"float:right\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"PageService_Line_Group_Items\">\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p align=\"justify\">Gingival recession (receding gums) refers to the progressive loss of gum tissue, which can eventually result in tooth root exposure if left untreated.&nbsp; Gum recession is most common in adults over the age of 40, but the process can begin in the teenage years.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Gum recession can be difficult to self-diagnose in its earlier stages because the changes often occur asymptomatically and gradually.&nbsp; Regular dental check ups will help to prevent gum recession and assess risk factors.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">The following symptoms may be indicative of gum recession:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\"><strong>Sensitive teeth <\/strong>&ndash; When the gums recede enough to expose the cementum protecting the tooth root, the dentin tubules beneath will become more susceptible to external stimuli.<br \/>\n        Visible roots &ndash; This is one of the main characteristics of a more severe case of gum recession.\n        <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\"><strong>Longer-looking teeth <\/strong>&ndash; Individuals experiencing gingival recession often have a \u201ctoothy\u201d smile.&nbsp; The length of the teeth is perfectly normal, but the gum tissue has been lost, making the teeth appear longer.\n        <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\"><strong>Halitosis, inflammation, and bleeding <\/strong>&ndash; These symptoms are characteristic of gingivitis or periodontal disease.&nbsp; A bacterial infection causes the gums to recede from the teeth and may cause tooth loss if not treated promptly.\n        <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>    <font style=\"FONT-SIZE: 16px\"><strong>Causes of Gum Recession<\/strong><\/font><\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Gum recession is an incredibly widespread problem that dentists diagnose and treat on a daily basis.&nbsp; It is important to thoroughly examine the affected areas and make an accurate diagnosis of the actual underlying problem.&nbsp; Once the cause of the gum recession has been determined, surgical and non-surgical procedures can be performed to halt the progress of the recession and prevent it from occurring in the future.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">The most common causes of gingival recession are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\"><strong>Overaggressive brushing <\/strong>&ndash; Over-brushing can almost be as dangerous to the gums as too little. Brushing too hard or brushing with a hard-bristled toothbrush can erode the tooth enamel at the gum line and irritate\/inflame gum tissue.\n        <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\"><strong>Poor oral hygiene <\/strong>&ndash; When brushing and flossing are performed improperly or not at all, a plaque build up can begin to affect the teeth.&nbsp; The plaque contains various bacterial toxins which can promote infection and erode the underlying jawbone.\n        <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\"><strong>Chewing tobacco <\/strong>&ndash; Any kind of tobacco use has devastating effects on the entire oral cavity, chewing tobacco in particular.&nbsp; It aggravates the gingival lining of the mouth and causes gum recession when used continuously.\n        <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\"><strong>Periodontal disease <\/strong>&ndash; Periodontal disease can be a result of improper oral hygiene or caused by systemic diseases such as diabetes.&nbsp; The excess sugars in the mouth and narrowed blood vessels experienced by diabetics create a perfect environment for oral bacteria.&nbsp; The bacterium causes an infection which progresses deeper and deeper into the gum and bone tissue, eventually resulting in tooth loss.\n        <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>    <font style=\"FONT-SIZE: 16px\"><strong>Treatment of Gum Recession<\/strong><\/font><\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Every case of gum recession is slightly different, therefore many treatments are available. The nature of the problem which caused the recession to begin with needs to be addressed first.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">If overly aggressive brushing techniques are eroding the gums, a softer toothbrush and a gentler brushing technique should be used.&nbsp; If poor oral hygiene is a problem, prophylaxis (professional dental cleaning) may be recommended to rid the gum pockets of debris and bacteria.&nbsp; In the case of a severe calculus (tartar) build-up, scaling and root planing will be performed to heal gingival inflammation and clean the teeth.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Once the cause of the gingival recession has been addressed, surgery of a more cosmetic or restorative nature might be recommended.&nbsp; Gum tissue regeneration and gum grafting are two excellent ways to restore natural symmetry to the gums and make the smile look more aesthetically pleasing.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><em>If you have any questions or concerns about periodontal disease, periodontal treatments, or gum recession, please contact our office. <\/em><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>\n        <input type=\"button\" onclick=\"document.location.href='\/procedures\/periodontics\/'\" value=\"&lt;&lt;\" class=\"Button\" onmouseout=\"this.className='Button'\" onmouseover=\"this.className='ButtonHover'\" id=\"ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_btnBack\" name=\"ctl00$ContentPlaceHolder1$btnBack\"><\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gum Recession Gingival recession (receding gums) refers to the progressive loss of gum tissue, which can eventually result in tooth root exposure if left untreated.&nbsp; Gum recession is most common in adults over the age of 40, but the process can begin in the teenage years. 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