Gingival recession

The gingival recession is the process in which the gums surrounding the teeth is retracted so exposes the root of the tooth

Frequent Dental Questions

Symptoms:

Sensitivity to hot, cold, sweet, spicy, sour
The teeth appear larger due to root exposure
Tooth Mobility
Change color of the tooth near the gum line
Presence with gingivitis gum redness, bleeding during brushing and bad breath

Causes of treatment:

Sensitivity
Bone loss
Aesthetics reasons
Risk of caries
Poor plaque control
Risk of further recession

Etiology:

Overagressive brushing
Improper flossing
Acute necrotizing ulcerative Gingivitis
Periodontitis
Inadequate oral hygiene
Hormonal disorders
Bruxism
Smoking
Use traumatic habits such as toothpicks or cut nails with teeth
Anorexia nervosa
Acidic beverages
Orthodontic tooth movement in adults
Tooth crowding
‘Lack of Vitamin C
Traumatic occlusion
General diseases
Unbalanced diet

Treatment:

Gentle brushing with a soft toothbrush that your dentist will recommend you
Removal of dental plaque
In case of traumatic occlusion or bruxism, is recommended for a night guard.
If there is a wide gingival recession, then is needed surgery procedure taking graft from the palate

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Cases

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