Have you noticed that your teeth seem to be longer than they were before? Would you be interested in learning that gum recession is much more common than you would expect because it’s one of the issues caused by gum disease? Furthermore, gum disease may be considerably more common than you might think. This means you might be even more susceptible to gum recession than you normally are. Luckily, there are quite a few things you can do to treat receding gums.
If you are dealing with gum recession, it may look like your pearly whites are getting longer. Sadly, it might take you some time to recognize this issues since your gums will recede fairly slowly. You may also be able to notice receding gums if your gums are swollen or red or if brown spots form on your gums. However, if have receding gums, your teeth could be very sensitive.
Luckily, gum disease is much easier to treat if it is identified early enough. This is one reason we suggest setting up regular checkups with our team. During this checkup, we’ll be able to assess your teeth and help you deal with any issues we spot. Brushing and flossing may also help you cope with bruxism. Using a mouth guard may also help you deal with teeth grinding since grinding might also cause gum recession.
If you would like to learn more about gum recession in Bountiful, Utah, please feel free to contact Dental Designs of Bountiful by calling us at 801-295-7171. Our dentist, Dr. David Duke, and our team are excited to meet with you soon.