One reason you may notice that you’re dealing with gum recession is gum disease. As this problem begins, your gums become inflamed. As disease progresses, bacteria continue to irritate your gum tissue and infection occurs. The longer the issue advances, the worse things become. Gum tissue continues to pull away, leading to serious damage and a very real need for periodontal treatment.
Periodontal disease is not the only reason you may find yourself facing gum recession. On a less destructive note, you might be causing the problem all by yourself even with the best of intentions. Gums that are met with aggressive treatment (like hard, vigorous brushing and forceful flossing) will not respond by remaining healthy. Instead, they will likely recede. It’s wise to schedule a visit with us if this is your problem (and to let us rule out gum disease). In addition, easing up dramatically with the pressure used during care is something to do immediately.
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