What is Gum Recession?
Dr. Kübra Özaslan
- 5 June 2022
2 minutes
Gum recession is a disease known as the gums pulling over the tooth roots and exposing the roots.
It is observed that gaps form in the areas defined as gum lines. Gum recession can lead to tooth loss if left untreated, so it should be treated before it progresses too much.
What Causes Gum Recession?
- Genetic factors
- Teeth clenching or grinding
- Old age
- Using a toothbrush with very hard bristles
- Dental stones resulting from poor oral hygiene
- Use of tobacco products
- Diabetes
- Periodontal diseases
- Incorrectly applied coatings and fillings
- Malnutrition
- Hormonal changes
What are the symptoms of gum recession?
- Bleeding gums
- Bleeding gums when consuming hard foods
- Teeth appearing longer than normal
- Redness and swelling observed in the gums
- Bad breath
- Loose teeth or missing teeth
- Pain while chewing
- The appearance of a gap between teeth and gums
- Cold and hot sensitivity
How to Prevent Gum Recession?
- Dentist check every 6 months for oral and dental health
- Regular tooth brushing habit
- Using the toothbrush with the correct technique and brushing your teeth correctly
- Choosing the right toothbrush
- Quitting the use of tobacco products
- Avoiding stress
- Cleaning teeth at regular intervals
- Healthy and regular nutrition
How to Treat Gum Recession?
In order to treat receding gums, the necessary cleaning procedures must first be carried out. If the cause of gum recession is patient habits related to incorrect tooth brushing, these should be corrected. If there is gum recession caused by poorly made fillings or dentures, these fillings and dentures need to be renewed.
In the treatment, first of all, dental stones are cleaned with special tools. In cases of inflammation, deep scaling, which we call curettage, is performed under local anesthesia. In advanced cases, antibiotic treatment support may be needed. In addition, suitable antibacterial mouthwashes recommended by physicians can also be used.
In more advanced cases, the root surfaces, inside of the gums and the surfaces of the bones are cleaned from inflamed tissues. In cases of bone deficiency, treatment can be applied to the gums by applying bone powder called graft.
Dr. Kübra Özaslan
- 6 June 2022
5 minutes
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Dr. Kübra Özaslan
- 5 June 2022
2 minutes
Gum recession is a condition known as the gums pulling over the tooth roots, exposing the roots.
