Gum Recession
If you are brushing your teeth and you notice that your gums seem to be receding, then it is very important that you reach out to your periodontist immediately. Receding gums in addition to being aesthetically unappealing are also a major warning sign that you may be suffering from gum
disease. Gum disease in addition to being bad for your oral health is also if left untreated very detrimental for your overall health. This is because the negative bacteria that is developed from gum disease will spread to the rest of your body through your bloodstream if left untreated and this is also why gum disease treatment is of vital importance. Read below to learn more about the different causes of gum recession so you can spot it warning signs.
The Different Causes of Gum Recession
Some of the reasons for your receding gums include:
- Using a lot of tobacco
- Periodontal disease
- Shifts in your hormones
- Improper teeth brushing
- Insufficient dental hygiene
- Genetically predisposed
In addition, to your smile being affected by gum recession overtime your teeth can also become more sensitive, and the receding gums leaves an opening for unwanted bacteria to develop and start to grow.
How Do You Prevent Gum Recession?
There are quite a few different steps you can take when it comes to the prevention of gum recession. One of these steps would be to stop using tobacco or smoking if you currently engage in either of those activities as they are hazardous to your oral health. Also, the types of food you eat can affect the health of your gums with this being said it’s very important to be sure that you practice eating healthy foods.
Schedule Your Gum Recession Examination
If you feel as though you may be suffering from gum recession then it would be best if you scheduled your gum recession examination today. Doing so would allow our dentist to perform a thorough exam of your mouth to determine if you are suffering from gum recession. If our periodontist finds that you are then proper treatment can be administered to relieve you of gum recession and prevent gum disease progression.
