This photo can explain about the receding gum line, better than a thousand words. You will have and will suffer from this simply when your gums start going up and your teeth roots becomes exposed. You may have it when you age and you get old, but there are also a lot of other things that intensify it. For example bad brushing habits or using bad and nonstandard toothbrushes.
Genetic is another reason. Some people suffer from weak gums genetically and it is more probable for these people to have receding gum line, sooner than the others.
Those who have this problem will become more sensitive to infection and their gums becomes painful, specially while drinking cold water or ice cream. They can cause you not to enjoy drinking a glass of cold water in a hot weather. You may be at the beginning of this problem and some signs of this problem can already be seen on your gums.
Brushing Habits: Bad tooth brushing habits and also using bad and nonstandard brushes are among the most important causes of receding gum line. If you like to save thousands of dollars that you will have to spend for your gums surgery to get rid of the pain that your receded gums will have for you, it is recommended to stop using the old fashion toothbrushes and start using the new generation of toothbrush that cleans much better and has no harm for your gums, because it doesn’t need the physical movement that other brushes need and it cleans through ultrasound waves.
Treatment: The only treatment for the advanced form of receding gums is surgery. When it becomes so advanced, it will be painful because teeth will become so sensitive. However you can still prevent it by changing your toothbrush, changing your brushing habits and also strengthening your gums. We already talked about brushing, but there are a lot of ways to strengthen your gums, stop receding gums or even help it to cure.
Receding gums can be taken care of with several products. They help you to take care of your gum and not to let it recede, become infected or bleed and also prevent many problems like gum ulcers and gingivitis. One of them is Perio which is the a good way of complete gum care for superior oral hygiene. It has no messy mixing, SLS, saccharin and artificial flavors or colors. If your gums are painful because they have become receded or for any other reason like gum and oral ulcers, you can use this pain relief. You can clean your teeth with a fluoride mint wove floss. This helps you use the brush less and still have clean teeth.
Sensitive Teeth: Teeth sensitivity is one of the most important problems caused by receding gums. The reason is that the teeth nerves will be more accessible and exposed and it will be affected more by hot and cold food/drink. Those who their teeth have become extremely sensitive, should have a surgery, however, for those who still have not severe receding gums, they can minimize their teeth sensitivity through using some special kinds of medications, toothpaste and tooth whitening products.
Aquafresh is a new product that gives you much whiter teeth within only three days. You will have a great result after seven days of use. At the same time it decreases your teeth sensitivity and after a few days of using it, your teeth will almost be back to normal. This product can whiten even between and behind the teeth. Most other whitening products can cause more sensitivity but Aquafresh not only does not do that, but it will decrease the teeth sensitivity too.
What to do: There is no doubt that you should think about your gums. If the receding gums signs are appeared and if you don’t take them serious, you will have to suffer from a lot of pain and many other problems like infection, lose and sensitive teeth.
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I think I’ve got Receding Gums help!
I’ve noticed that the gums on my two front teeth on the bottom have started to recede, I brush twice a day and don’t smoke or anything, I did at one point brush quite hard for a period of time as I had tartar build up, I am just wondering now that I have stopped brushing so hard will the gum grow back around the teeth? Should I see my dentist? Eva Patton, Wisconsin, USA
I’m sorry to tell you this Eva, but your gums aren’t going to grow back. You may over a period of time notice tissue grow back if you get rid of the cause of the recession (either brushing too hard in your case or from periodontal disease), but all of the tissue will not re-grow. Sorry. Make an appointment to see your dentist and tell him/her your concerns, then they can figure out what’s causing it and you can stop it from getting worse.
You need to work out gentle ways and angles of flossing, water flossing and brushing the gum pockets. Let me tell you that receding gums have little to do with brushing your teeth. It’s more about the way you floss. I hold my electric toothbrush and use the corner of the head and the exact centre bottom of each tooth. The spinning action blasts plaque out of the gum socket.
I used nicotine gum for around ten months in order to get rid of my smoking habit. During that period I was chewing 10 or more gums a day which is why I think I have developed loose teeth and receding gums. I am preparing to see a dentist. How bad this could be?
Without seeing you in person and examining your gums or seeing your x-rays I cannot get an idea about how bad your condition could be. I do think that Nicolette gum is hard to chew; I’d recommend that you switch to some other means of substituting the nicotine for the time being. You might want to look at Chantix, a prescription drug that inactivates the nicotine receptors in your brain. But let your dentist have a look at the conditions of your gums and advise you instead of getting into yet another complication.
Where your periodontal condition is concerned, the smoking cessation should be helping to heal the tissues and bone, so it may not be so bad if you stop the trauma from the gum.
One thing that you might research is the PerioLase laser non-surgical procedure for periodontal treatment.
What can I do about receding gums? My gums are sort of receding a little and I’ve tried switching toothbrushes and brushing more often but they keep going back, it’s kind of started to worry me. I was wondering what else I can do about this.
The first reason that comes to my mind why your gums might be receding is probably due to the fact that you aren’t flossing you teeth (I’m assuming since you have not mentioned it). I know you’ve heard it a thousand times before but let me emphasize it one more time. Flossing IS important. It cleans in between your teeth where your toothbrush cannot reach. Even if it is a special brush and all it won’t get in between the teeth. By allowing bacteria to build up on the gums you are actually encouraging the causes of receding gums.
To this problem from worsening I suggest that you avoid brushing your tooth too vigorously. Get a soft-bristled toothbrush and brush softly. Please know that force is not needed to remove plaque. You need to brush only for 2 minutes twice a day. Don’t forget to FLOSS after you brush. Use a mouthwash that promotes healthy gums and kills bacteria. Try looking for a toothpaste that promotes healthy gums.
I am just giving you my suggestions based on what I can figure out from your question, but for the best advice, go to your dentist and see if he/she can prescribe a special medication for your condition that will heal your worries and receding gums faster!
I have been trying to find a dentist. My gums are receding. I think my nerves are exposed and now when I push on my gums, some foul tasting substance comes out… I know I need a dentist but can you tell me what is going on?
I will try and address your question in 2 parts to throw light on each aspect of your dental condition separately.
When the gum tissue recedes and the root of the tooth is exposed, what happens as a result is that the inner hard material called dentine gets exposed to the outside environment. If we tried to look at dentine through the microscope they would look like smallish tubes which extend to the cells which make up the dentine and they signal the nerve about all that is going on. As cold and hot temperatures or sweets touch the outside of these tubes the stimulus gets extended to the nerve and we perceive this sensation as pain. Sometimes it helps to use desensitizing toothpaste or have a coating placed over these areas to block or fill the outside entrance to the dentinal tubules.
Secondly, if you apply pressure to the gums and a foul tasting substance extrudes out like you have mentioned, I am afraid this is a sign of an infection. The infection is related to a disease called Periodontitis and will lead to tooth loss if not treated in time and by a proper dentist. No self medication here. Please. The first thing that needs to be done is to get an appointment with your dentist and have your teeth cleaned. The area may require to have antibiotics placed directly in it, and if the problem is severe and the teeth salvageable then periodontal surgery may be prescribed. I am just giving you all the possible outcomes. Your dentist will be the best guy to advise as he would have physically examined your dental condition.
I use a soft toothbrush and I floss and use a proxy brush every day. Nevertheless, I have major gum erosion of my bottom teeth, which has resulted in exposed root surfaces. I have heard that these areas are extremely sensitive and are also prone to decay. Is there any sort of gum surgery which could re-attach the gum to the tooth to cover up these root surfaces? If not, what is the solution?
I have had a lifetime of decay and restoration issue with my teeth and gums most of my life so far and am keen to find a solution to this continuing problem….
Gum recession is always a problem and because there is more tooth structure is exposed the teeth of course are sensitive. Since I cannot physically see exactly the problem you have but in general…. let me tell you that recession of the gum exposing the tooth structure can be treated with the help of a bonding agent called One Up Bond and a composite to help with the sensitivity.
In many instances dentists have been able to stop tooth decay (or at least have been able to slow down the process) with aggressive use of Fluoride. This cannot be an over the counter product but one that the dentist provides after examining the condition of your gums. Sometimes the patient uses a fluoride tray and that applies fluoride in high concentration. The use of an electric toothbrush becomes a must because it enables the patient to brush a lot better.
I am 39 and my gums seem to be receding from one of my front teeth. I wore braces as a kid. I have been cleaning my teeth twice a day and have been using mouth wash regularly. Not sure why this is happening. Is there treatment available? It’s a cosmetic thing or something more serious? Do I need to worry?
So I’ve noticed the past year my teeth have been getting more and more sensitive to cold stuff. Now I can’t even bite into a room temperature grape without getting some discomfort!
My question is – does invisalign have anything to do with gums, even indirectly? I’ve also noticed a ridge on my teeth where my gums used to be. But I also doubt that when I got my attachments put in, my dentist was rough and as a result my gums swelled up and I couldn’t brush my teeth properly for a week. Could that have permanently caused them to recede? I’m’ getting kind of worried because I want straight teeth, but what’s the point in having straight teeth and unhealthy gums? I’m desperate.
Gums can recede for many reasons, although I very much doubt it was because of the swelling after your attachments were put on … I am not denying the possibility altogether but I can’t say anything until I personally examine your teeth.
Gums can recede due to the way a person brushes them. Teeth moving can cause gums to recede, getting older can also cause this, as so can gum disease. May be your are not flossing, using the right brush. Reasons could be many. And you might be developing the symptoms for a long time but you did not notice it until now is also a possibility. Talk to your dentist and tell her what you feel. If you think you can’t relate to each other, try and change the dentist. But do something. It is serious and can get much worse if left unattended.
Good luck. Hope your dentist suggests remedies to stop the sensitivity you are experiencing and can slow down the process of receding gums.
I cannot see your exact situation so cannot tell you upfront what treatment will work best for you. But in general gum recession is caused by vague things. People sometimes over-brush their teeth and that can cause the gum to recede. Also the gums are likely to get pulled back from teeth because the patient is clenching/grinding their teeth hard, as a matter of habit and the gum gets pushed further as a result of clenching.
Many times the cosmetics of the situation can be changed by a periodontal procedure. The gum tissue can be moved down to the correct position and it looks normal again. But dentist is the best guide in this after he has physically examined your teeth and situation. There is also a procedure where a small piece of gum tissue is moved from one part of your mouth to where the recession is and it starts to look normal. Its not time to worry as much as it is time to see a dentist.
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Hi, I tested positive for HIV and my lab values are good and undetectable. I went to the dentist for my six month cleaning and the he told me that my gums are receding alarmingly. The root is almost exposed at the sides. My dentist recommended bonding and surgery removing an area of gum and putting it over the areas which the recession is in . It sounded very painful so I put off. But I do understand that it is required. My insurance doesn’t cover dental so this will be expensive. Why is this happening to my gums? Do you have any suggestions to prevent this in the future? Also could you explain the bonding and surgery to me? I’m a little scared when it comes to dental jobs. Please advise. Thanks in advance. January
Before I answer, I want to know whether this gum recession happen recently or is this problem that has developed over time? The reason I want to know this is that although we have evidence of rapidly advancing dental decay in people living with HIV at any CD4 count, the gingival problems does not occur in people with high CD4 counts undetectable viral loads. The gingival/periodontal problems we see in the general population however are present in people living with HIV.
Periodontal surgery is a process where the bone that holds the teeth in place is reshaped to prevent further problems from happening. Periodontal surgery may also many a times involve removal of inflammatory tissue which is a result of periodontal disease. What your dentist has suggested is to graft a healthy piece of tissue, usually taken from the roof of your mouth, to cover up the exposed root surfaces. The reason your dentist recommended bonding, is because one it is not a painful procedure, and two, is that he/she wants to make sure that the end result is a pleasing appearance post surgery.
How do you prevent this from happening in the future? Well, the key here is your home care and frequent dentist appointments, usually every three months until you find the condition has stabilized. I hope the information helps!
For a few days I am noticing that after brushing my teeth, my gums below my bottom front teeth feet sensitive. The day before I looked in the mirror and pulled down my lip to discover that a large chunk of my gum was missing from under one of my bottom front teeth. My gums are swollen around the place where the gum piece is missing. The bottom part of my tooth that is now exposed is becoming increasingly sensitive. My friends tell me that I brush my teeth so hard that I brushed my gums off!!?? Could it be true? I’m only 24 years old!! Is this serious? Should I see a dentist?
This is happening to me too and im 24 but im a smoker im really scared my front teeth r just gonna fall out..when u brush ya front bottom teeth brush really gentle and dont scrub up and down cuz ya push ya gum down
I am noticing that after brushing my teeth, my gums below my bottom front teeth feet sensitive. The day before I looked in the mirror and pulled down my lip to discover that a large chunk of my gum was missing from under one of my bottom front teeth. My gums are swollen around the place where the gum piece is missing. The bottom part of my tooth that is now exposed is becoming increasingly sensitive. My friends tell me that I brush my teeth so hard that I brushed my gums off!!?? Could it be true? I’m only 24 years old!! Is this serious? Should I see a dentist?
Take an appointment with periodontitis immediately. You have what is known as the beginning of gum disease.
You are in jeopardy of losing that tooth. The tooth if not treated in time will die from disease and you will have to have it pulled and your dentist will put a bridge in that place. The inconvenience of getting under the knife plus the bridge is very expensive. Not to mention the pain and suffering in the course of time. Do not waste any time to get an appointment with an expert and take care of it now not later.
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im having the same trouble but my god im scared they will fall out only difference is im a smoker but dont brush hard and dont brush up and down as ya push ya gums down
I just bumped into this forum and the time was just right. Everyone here seems to be in the middle of serious discussion about receding gums. I am curious – I too am noticing my gums are receding on my front two teeth and its freaking me out. What is the cost for surgery – I know there are two types the grafting and also tieing them up so to speak. Does anyone have this info? Thanks, Roby
Roby, you should go see your dentist to have your gums examined. Unless you know the condition of your tooth and stage of disease, nothing can be recommended. IF there is a problem, then your dentist will measure the gum loss and bone support. This will allow him to keep track of anything from getting any worse. If the dentist feels it necessary he will refer you to see a periodontitis. Recession is very common; some severe cases may require gum surgery. In medical language it is called a free gingival graft. With advancing technology, they have mastered the technique so there is little discomfort. They make a small cut in the palate and use the tissue underneath so that the palate is then closed back up which allows more comfort and better healing than having to keep the palate remain raw.
The graft is sewn or glued and healing time is very quick. The cost here in Canada is around $1000, the insurance will cover some of the cost. The results are great. The tissue matches great. The important thing is to use a soft brush and a light hand to prevent any more damage.
My sister underwent four front implants some 5 years ago and she has noticed that her gums are now receding back and the metal pegs are quite visible. She had some gum removed from the rear and grafted over the front when the implants were fitted initially. She also smokes. What could be the possible reason for this and what treatment is recommended?
This is a very tough problem to solve if your sister when smiling easily shows this metal. I am not trying to make you nervous but want you to be alert because, one of the most difficult things in dentistry is making front implants look natural in the gum area. If too much bone is gone since you are saying you can see metal when she smiles the implants may have to be removed.
The area will require undergoing bone grafting with borrowed bone from her chin, jaw, hip or could be donated bone, and then the implants will have to be placed all over again. Don’t expect that anything can make the bone grow back around these failing implants. Like we can’t make bone grow back in people with periodontal disease, here also it is not possible unfortunately.
Smoking has been reported to cause a higher failure rate in implant patients. The hot smoke, tar and nicotine is poison for gum tissue and bone, so I would suggest your sister quits smoking, this way you can expect better results while dealing with the problem. Smoking also leads to bone grafting failure, so better that she quits smoking first.
A fixed bridge is an option for her, but removal of these implants, and her smoking habit could lead to substantial bone loss, and the resulting bridge would look very odd. If her smile is gummy, dentist will probably use pink porcelain to hide this bone loss. But remember this can be a very compromised esthetic result. Tell your sister to get an appointment with a good dentist without wasting time.
I have recently noticed I have yellow teeth and receded gums which were not there earlier. It looks awful and is causing a lot of discomfort. What could be the cause? By the way I (unintentionally though) grind my teeth often. Could this be a cause?
From your question it seems that you are irritated with the look and function of your mouth and teeth.
The symptoms of Yellow teeth and receded gums might possibly be due to a long term grind of the teeth problem medically termed as Bruxism. In such cases the nerve inside the tooth is consistently being rubbed and gets traumatized and starts to wall itself off from the trauma by laying down new hard inner material of the teeth, called Dentine.
This dentine is slightly darker in color and shines through the tooth to give an ever increasing yellowing effect to the tooth. This is also a natural aging process and is addressed by bleaching the teeth in most cases. Yes, the receded gums also may be coming from your grinding of the teeth habit.
In a fight my gums were bruised, and the gum on my right front tooth receded so that part of the root is visible. I am a smoker. A few questions that have really been bothering me are, will it heal? Will I require dental surgery? Do I need to avoid smoking? Will it get infected if I don’t take care of it? What are the signs that the tooth is dying besides turning dark. Any help would be greatly appreciated, thanks.
Is the tooth mobile? If it is then it may need to have a splint attached by the dentist to immobilize the tooth so that healing can begin to occur. About your healing worry, the answer could be in both yes and no. Depending on the stage of damage and kind of damage will decide it. As for surgery, the answer is yes. You will need something referred to as periodontal plastic surgery. Please stop smoking right now. Smoking severely compromises the amount of blood supply to your gums. Insufficient blood supply causes delayed healing which is the last thing you want. The reason for tooth turning dark could be many. After a proper dental examination a dentist will be in a better position to answer your questions.
I want to know if smoking around 30 cigarettes a year is the cause of my receding gums? please help I’m only 26.
Yes, smoking is known to cause gingivitis which can cause your gums to recede. Stop smoking and go see your dentist to get some advice and treatment for it. However let me also assure you that 30 cigarettes a year is not an alarmingly large amount, the most likely cause is that you don’t floss or brush your teeth properly. Visit your doc for best advice. He will suggest treatment on the basis of a proper examination of your teeth.
I’m just wondering as I have my first dental appointment after over 15 years next week and I know that i have decay in a couple of my lower front teeth but also noticed that one in particular there seems to be little gum if any left and that scares me. I don’t want to lose my teeth, they are not loose and only one has just a small ache in it, but nothing to painful. I am worried My other concern is also that i am 7 months pregnant and that maybe nothing can be done till I have the baby. Can anyone help
While on one hand you’re dreading the worst, I bet your actual scenario isn’t nearly as bad as you’re imagining. But on the other the fact that you are 7 months carrying could make situation worse for you and the baby. I would straight away suggest that you go and visit a dentist and explain your situation to him/her. Let the dentist examine you and see what can be done best in the given tight situation. In other two or three months things should be normal and you should feel freer to get any treatment in the mean time may be the doc will suggest some preventives. Good Luck!
I have had 3 implants which were put in 3 years ago along with caps. The middle implant is not settling correctly even after 2 treatments of bone additives. I recently had an infection. My dentist has now suggested removing the one implant and allowing the bone to heal and then possibly reinstalling it. I was always the one who loved the functionality of the implants but I never liked the caps or gum line after the implants.
I now can see all the stem of the implants; and the gum does not cover it. This is upsetting since with a bridge, the gum meet the false tooth, with the implant there is a gap and now all I see is metal. Can you kindly advise what my next step should be?
Getting an esthetic output or a fine, natural finish with implants in the front part of mouth is sometimes difficult to achieve. Especially with patients whose lip line is high and they show the junction where the crown or bridge meets the gum.
Usually this must be planned for at the start of a case and the course. As you are experiencing already, some recession may be expected which I can understand must be making it more difficult.
Grafting bone and gum tissue is one way to achieve a more natural looking result as well as the use of pink porcelain shaded to blend with your own gum tissue coloring. Sometimes the metal that shows on the implant can be prepared or shaped in the mouth the same as a tooth, with the new crown or bridge covering this part to just at or below the current gumline
Hi, I have slightly receding gums on the back of my front two bottom teeth; the tooth which is exposed looks somewhat transparent, see-through. My teeth are not wobbly or anything at all. Is it worse for teeth to recede in the front of your mouth or the back side? I would ask my dentist but she is really bad, I have obvious holes in my teeth and she says there is no problem with them.
Hi First of all I think if you have no confidence in your Dentist you should look for someone you can trust. It is about your oral health and that it matters. I am not blaming you because sometimes I have had patients with whom I have felt a failure. There is something. So I can understand that with your doc you feel like that. But it is no good. Understand that your 6 month check-ups are essential for your health as a good Dentist will check for oral cancers and so on. There is nothing that can cure receding gums but there are ways to slow the receding process however. My advice is to go and find yourself a dentist you can relate to and has been recommended to you. Good luck! By the way do you smoke?
Why does it look like the gums are getting push down away from my tooth? It looks like there won’t be support to my tooth if it continues to happen. Is there any solution for it?
It sounds like what you’re describing is a case of severe gingival recession. Gingivitis is the inflammation of the gums around the tooth. It is about loss of bone around the tooth and shrinkage of the gum tissues away from the tooth. The best way to treat this is to floss everyday without fail. If not, bacteria will start to accumulate around your gum-line again and continue to add to your condition. By the way is the tooth loose? If so, you may need to visit your dentist. Is there plaque or calculus around the tooth? Dentist may recommend dental cleaning to begin with. But if you know that the gum recession is severe, it will be best to visit your dentist for a periodontal graft to assist in replacing the tissue. Begin to take steps to treat this situation as soon as you can. If it is allowed to worsen the tooth could eventually become loose or even fall out.
It sounds to me from what you are saying is that it is a case of severe gingival recession. Gingivitis is the inflammation of the gums around the tooth. It is about loss of bone around the tooth and shrinkage of the gum tissues away from the tooth. The best way to treat this is to floss everyday without fail. If not, bacteria will start to accumulate around your gum-line again and continue to add to your condition. By the way is the tooth loose? If so, you may need to visit your dentist. Is there plaque or calculus around the tooth? Dentist may recommend dental cleaning to begin with. But if you know that the gum recession is severe, it will be best to visit your dentist for a periodontal graft to assist in replacing the tissue. Begin to take steps to treat this situation as soon as you can. If it is allowed to worsen the tooth could eventually become loose or even fall out.
How can receding gum line be prevented? Can they be prevented after all?
Yes, receding gums can be prevented to an extent and even if the process has begun it can be slowed down if caught at a certain stage. The first step is to brush at least twice daily; however cleaning your mouth thoroughly after each meal and snack is ideal and recommended. Flossing before brushing also improves the health of your gums because it removes food particles brushing sometimes cannot on its own. And finally, visit your dentist twice a year for an in-depth cleaning and examination of general health of your teeth will help like nothing can. This will help remove plaque from your teeth that you may not be able to reach or remove with brushing alone.
I am feeling sort of uncertain because my mouth looks different, my smile looks different because may be I have too much gum showing which was not there earlier. Could it be receding gum line? Can you outline the symptoms for me please?
Hi Joey! Let me shed some light of receding gums bit basics. Since the teeth and supporting structures have the ability to adapt, one may not realize that the gum recession is occurring until sensitivity is noticed or one detects changes around the teeth. Are you noticing any sensitivity too?
In most cases, receding gums are the result, or symptom, of periodontal disease, typically caused by poor oral hygiene, gum disease, and imbalanced occlusion. Receding gums may also occur when teeth are crooked or fillings and crowns are placed without properly balancing the bite. Excessive pressure resulting from grinding or clenching teeth may cause the gums to recede
I have a gap between the front 2 teeth which is getting bigger due to my back teeth being pulled and gums receding. Is is okay if I decide to use veneers to close the gap?
Sorry Sara, it is not possible for me to answer your questions without examining your teeth or seeing x rays. I can’t answer your question with the information you have provided. By the way do you have the problem of teeth spreading out – as bone is lost? Do your teeth splay or lean forward creating multiple spaces that didn’t exist before because of gum disease? How do your teeth fit together? Do you have previous fillings in these teeth or current decay? How big is the gap? Actually you do need to take an appointment with the dentist and get x-rays. A comprehensive examination will help.
I’ve had ongoing trouble with receding gums throughout my mouth and was wondering if it is in anyway linked to diet, specifically soda or hard candy.
The receding gum problem you have mentioned is more of a bacterial gum infection rather than a problem caused by sugar in soda or hard candy. The main reason for tooth decay is the breakdown of tooth enamel by the acids produced by sugars and carbohydrates. Cutting down on sweets, brushing and flossing and using a fluoride rinse before bed, are the best habis one can adopt to minimize chances of cavities. Not to forget regular visits to dentist every few months.
Gum recession is more a factor of periodontal bone loss, which in turn causes the gums to recede. Bacteria in dental plaque that is not removed between the teeth and underneath the gums, causes an inflammatory response by your body trying to get rid of the infection.
Periodontal disease and bone loss occurs over many years, usually without any pain at all. The only way to prevent gum disease and bone loss is good flossing and brushing every day. Using a fluoride rinse before bed is also recommended.
I would recommend that you make an appointment with a periodontist or a general dentist who specializes in helping patients with gum disease and bone loss. The specialist can help determine if your gum recession is indeed being caused by gradual bone loss around your teeth due to the bacterial bone loss of gum disease
I noticed that the root of one of my front teeth seems exposed. I talked to my mom and she told me I had receding gums. I noticed that only my bottom gums are receding and they also sometimes bleed. Though I feel that this is because I brush my bottom teeth too hard, I’m still uncomfortable with this situation. Can anybody please advise what can I do to prevent my gums from further receding and is there any non-surgery treatment? I m a 19, a college goer, and can’t afford surgery.
Mercy, if you are over brushing…. stop immediately. Do you know frequent or aggressive brushing interferes with the body’s natural processes for maintaining oral health and a normal oral ph balance? Over brushing in particular can cause soft tissues to recede. Consult with a gum disease specialist for evaluating the current state of your oral tissues. Ask your dentist about the appropriateness of certain types of appliances that can help maintain and promote tissue health. HE may be able to suggest some special brush that may be ideal for you for controlling future recession issues, assuming gum disease is a non event.
i have very bad gum reseded from 1bottom tooth & is been like that for more than 1 year, please how can i restore my gum back the way it was?
I am 21, and am experiencing gum recession on several teeth, on both sides of my mouth. Mostly on the top left, some of my teeth have reached the stage where the roots can be seen and have become very sensitive to hot and cold. My dentist says that my gums are naturally receding and perhaps I am brushing too hard. Is it really so common for gum recession to occur at such a young age?
I am sorry but don’t agree with your dentist. I suspect from what you have written that may be you are grinding or clenching your teeth too hard which is traumatizing them. Patient could be unaware of this, but the process could be causing a condition called abfractions where tiny pieces of the tooth break because of grinding pressure.
The other reason that I can see is that the teeth will fracture at the weakest area, at the gum line, and thus the tissue would recede as the tooth cracks there. There could be other reasons that I cannot tell because I have not examined your condition physically.
The treatment for the grinding or clenching, if this is the reason, would be night guards which will help tp prevent your teeth from getting damaged any further. I would suggest a second opinion from a private dentist who has some experience in treating this.
Mine I think is the case of gum loss due to toothbrush abrasion: During smoking in my college years my teeth turned yellow.
You should visit your dentist and have this evaluated. If grinding or clenching is the cause, the damage process can certainly be slowed down or possibly stopped with the help of night guard.
There is a way to replace the lost tissue with stronger gum tissue grafted from your palate. This is a surgery and can usually be performed by a gum specialist. It is called grafting.
One method of grafting is called the tunnel technique which is more predictable than simply putting tissue on the areas of recession and hoping that the graft grows in the area. Your dentist will be the best person toa dvise you any further after examining your teeth.
I brushed my front teeth too hard with hard toothbrushes to try and remove the yellow stain. As a result of this now I can see the roots of a few front teeth due to gum loss. For the last several years I have used only soft toothbrushes with very little force. Is there a way for the gums to grow back?
While gum recession problems in your case could have been caused by brushing hard, it is probably more likely that you have something called abfractions. These are small, large, pieces of tooth that break off the teeth and then go and get attached to the gums. This usually happens as a result of stress of grinding or clenching your teeth, generally while you are asleep. You could be totally unaware that you are doing this, as not everybody makes noise when clenching or grinding.
I’m 29 years old and have some receding gum line over my two front teeth. I was interested in getting veneers but my dentist suggested crowns. She also said that the crowns probably weren’t going to cover my receded gums. I would like to know if I should pursue this or not?
These are questions I can’t clearly answer without seeing x-rays and examining your teeth. If your bone is in good health and all you have is recession you could get a soft tissue graft, connective tissue graft or a graft of alloderm done which is related to donated skin product.
This most likely should be able to correct the soft tissue contours before a veneer or crown are done. If you teeth have no history of previous restoration or the restorations if there are really small, a veneer could be an option. If your bite is too hard, and affects the alignment of your teeth then crowns may be indicated.
You have not mentioned the reason for the restorations. You haven’t said anything about the condition of your bone, your skin and any other dental information about your other teeth that would help me in giving you a decision. Why wouldn’t your dentist cover an area of minor recession? Visit a specialist dentist close by and ask him/her.
I have had implants 10 years back. I’m beginning to lose a lot of gum tissue from around the implants. Will the loss of gum tissue affect my implants? If I do not take any actions, what consequences could I have to face?
If you are seeing more and more of the metal implant as your gums is receding, it is likely that you may be losing the bone around your implants. Gum tissue recedes when gum disease eats the bone away. This is usually caused by infection and bacterial in the gum tissue and bone around teeth and implants.
Brushing and flossing around the teeth and implants, removes the toxic bacteria the eats the bone away. And it is the best home remedies to adopt from not letting the situation worsen any further. Receding gums have no visible symptoms, so many patients only find out that they have gum disease and bone loss once they notice bleeding and recession of their gum tissue.
Everyone over the age of 18 years should have a complete gum disease evaluation regularly. This gum evaluation should be done at least once a year in order to treat this quiet infection in its earliest stages.
I would recommend that you visit your doctor who did implants on you or any local dental implant specialist, Oral Surgeon or Periodontist who has experience in the field of implant dentistry.
I am a fit and healthy woman in my early 50s. I don’t smoke, drink occasionally and visit my dentist from time to time. Yet for some years now I have been noticing that my gums are receding quite dramatically. My own dentist has told me that we could be in for a fight to save my teeth. I am really worried and was wondering if you could help me.
Gum problems tend to worry all of us be it at any age. And it could get especially frustrating when we have been careful and followed dental hygiene. However now that you are there It is important that you deal with this situation as soon as you can. Because allowing more gum and bone to shrink may prevent you from having other forms of treatment should you lose your teeth and require dental implants.
The shrinking or receding of gums is an indication of the bone level beneath the gum. Bone is the foundation into which your teeth are fixed and it is therefore important that your gums and bone, both remain healthy if you want your teeth to survive.
Visit your dentist asap and discuss your options. It may be a fight to save your teeth, so let it be a fight you are willing to engage in. This specialist will examine and address your particular concerns. Act now and it could pay huge dividends for you in the future. I hope this helps.
Has anyone ever had any serious problems and/or actually lost their teeth from the receding gum line that we are all the time warned about when getting these piercing? I KNOW that one can lose teeth from a receding gum line. I want to know if it’s happened to anyone due to a piercing.
In all fairness Brian, it is quite rare for someone to suffer from receding gums because of a lip or labret piercing, especially if the bar is ‘tight’ to the lip, and not long and coming in the way onto the teeth and gum.
But at the same time possibility cannot be altogether ruled out. In rarest of rare cases, it can happen and yes, if left to get worse receding gums can lead to loss of teeth because as this worsens bone levels can drop making the teeth loose.
it happened to me in my two front teeth, but I was also really young when I got my labret and I accidentally hit my piercing a couple of times (scraping the back of it up against my gums). I think if you’re responsible it won’t happen but it’s something to watch out for definitely.
Lately, I’ve been looking at my gums and it looks as if there is less gum covering my teeth than there should be. They are healthy and have otherwise never bled, but they just seem as though they should be covering more of my actual teeth. Is there anything I can do about a receding gum line?
Just because your gums do not bleed, it cannot be said that they are healthy. One of the peculiar problems with periodontal diseases is that often people have gums that look superficially healthy, but plaque has gotten underneath the teeth and is eroding them away from under the foundations. The best thing to do is to ask your dentist to check that you don’t have any infection under your gums and if you need any treatment. If you don’t need any treatment you can treat your receding gums with one of the new types of gels and mouthwashes containing hyaluronan. In receding gums the worst symptom is lack of it until the time it is really too late to do much about it.
One of my teeth has become loose and from what I have read and heard I think its receding gums. Does anyone know the treatment from the dentist? I am frightened to go, though I know it is the absolute need of the hour. And the worst part is that it’s a front tooth. Help!
Despite regular cleaning with gadgets like electric toothbrush, flossing, mouthwash and regular dental treatment, I continue to suffer from very bad bleeding gums and very bad breath. I have had this problem for 30 years. Could you please help?
The dental health survey done for adults found that 8% of the population has gum problems to one extent or the other which are quite difficult to control. Assuming that you are brushing your teeth everyday and flossing or using an inter-dental brush to ensure that no plaque is left behind, you may need specialist help from a dentist who specializes in gum conditions. Because under your conditions that you describe it is very difficult to come a conclusion unless a dentist examines your teeth.
You could also try a new generation of anti-inflammatory products containing hyaluranon, which have proved to reduce inflammation of gum tissue and prevent bleeding, gums. Bleeding gums can sometimes be a sign of a much worse medical condition lurking somewhere such as receding gums, diabetes and so it may be wise to visit doc for a medical checkup and blood test.
Since having a full hysterectomy 1 and a half years ago my gums are receding to the point that i have lost a wisdom tooth root and all now the top teeth are receding so bad that i have 2 teeth that are ready to come out root and all i do not like to go to the dentist as i had a root canal done 2yrs ago and 2days later my tooth broke and i got an infection is there anything i can do to stop my gums receding.
Hi you need to go to your dentist without being frightened. We are not such a bad lot after all! I am a dental nurse and I know that this problem will not get sorted by itself. You may have receding gums but the main problem if it is not addressed in time could be bone disease.
If you have receding gums, it is usually a sign of infection or tartar / plaque accumulation that affects the bone supporting the teeth. You may need few sittings for scaling treatments to tighten up the gum. Nothing can be done about the bone loss though that has already happened. For patients whose condition has got really bad there are things dentists do to replace the tooth, like a bridge. But if the tooth is just clicking slightly now and again there is nothing wrong with it, it is just the ligaments in the tooth socket.
However do visit a dentist as there are ,many things that can be done and you wont be walking around with a gap, If it sounds assuring at all.
hi, my one of my bottom teeth the gumline is a bit lower than the neighbouring bottom teeth gumline. what is it???
Hi, It is the beginning of receding gum line and it is probably cased by bad brushing. If you continue to brush your teeth like that, your will have gums will be receded on all the other teeth.
I have receeding gums at both of my eyes teeth. My dentist wanted to cover it with a filling but I refused as it seems to me a bad idea to drill into a healthy tooth and that the gum will continue to receed regardless. How can I find a dental surgon in Saskatoon, Canada who will do a good job on the tissue transfering surgery? Do I need a referral from the dentist who disagees with me? One of the roots is exposed to the point you can feel a sharpness.
Under my front teeth I have like dents that go under my teeth in my gums they kind of shape around the bottom of my teeth. Im not sure if im ok or if theres somthing wrong ive had these for as long as I can remember, but I think they may be getting worse (could just be me though)
I wear upper and lower dentures and I want to get implants but I have severe case of bone loss and receded gums is there any hope for me I cant eat and the dentures make my face look un proportioned. I would need to build the gum line back up I’m refering to the lower gumline which is now next to my jaw line thats how bad it is. What can I do?
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Pls help, Iam a women of 30 years of age,my gums started to receed 3 years ago (a massive shock) my teeth used to look quite small now they are alot bigger.then on at the back on the bottom started to receed,it has receeded quite alot now and the others next to it have started too,too.there is one on the front on the bottom that has receeded a bit at the ones at the to have a bit,now the two front teeth (one of them)has started to go up.it all got alot worse when i was pregnant with my second child (a year and half ago) i visit the dentist regularly but am very worried as some have gone quite quickly in the past 6 months.the hygenist said my teeth are very good,i hardly have any filings and my gums are tight,my real worry is them getting loads worse,i smile big and would hate for my teeth to get bad,i used to drink lemon which the dentist said to stop so i have.i brush twice a day with electric tooth brush,floss,use mouthwash that the hygentist recommended,i pay privately for a dentist even though i could get it free,i really want to have nice teeth.this problem is worrying me sick and i cant sleep at night,pls help
paula
I broke my jaw at two places in 2000. Over the course of 10 years I have developed increasingly more pressure, clintching of my jaw, and grinding especially in times of increased stress and while alseep. Over the last 5 years parts of my gums have receded to the point where i am starting to see movement of the teeth. I have seen a dentist who has had me waring a retainer at night but I always grind it to the point that its uneven, thus creating more pressure. I am wondering where you recommend I start first: at a dentists office or an orthodontists? Also what steos would you recommend I take after hearing my story?
Thank you very much for your time,
Rob Bell
I have noticed that I have started to get receding gums particularly around my bottom teeth. When I suck my teeth in my gums bleed and I also can get bad breath despite brushing my teeth everyday. I am just wondering what the best toothpaste, brush, and mouthwash are for my situation and how many times a day I should be using them. Is this a problem that I can fix without having to seek professional help as I am in the early stages or will I have to seek help? Please help. Thanks
hi,i have also notice the receding gums,i have chronic pain in my bottom teeth and gums,and being a smoker makes it worse,so i try not to smoke,however i’ve been to the dentist and i was diagnosed with gum disease,and lost of bone,i also suffer from tmj for many years now,it was always on my right side jaw problems,stiff joints, chronic pain,and the locking and poping,i have however lived with this over 30 years now,but getting back to my gums,i’ve tried rinses,saltwater,pain meds that has no effect,just the touch of anything drives me insane with this pain,theres no bleeding when i brush my teeth,i will be seeing my dentist next week,and i believe a good cleaning may decrease this throbbing pain i endure day after day,what do you think?
At 55 having just given away my daughter, looking at the wedding photos my teeth look
very stained but worst I have become very long in the tooth. I go to the dentist twice a
year and brush my teeth at least twice a day and use Listerine total care every morning.
I should add that I dont floss but once or twice a week use the small bottle brushes.
Is there anything apart from surgery that can help me smile with confidence again.
Okay, so a few months ago (about four) I noticed that if I sucked my teeth in and then relaxed one tooth would click. I can’t tell if it’s loose or not, but I think it might be-though it’s very hard to tell. Also, my gums have receded slightly, though not enough to see the root or even have any sensitivity. My gums do bleed somewhat when I floss and sometimes when I brush (though it’s very little and only in one or two areas), though I do brush more aggressively than I probably should be. Everyone is telling me I’m being paranoid and a few of my friends have mentioned that some of their teeth click back and forth as well. From what I’ve googled these can be symptoms of Periodontitis. I’m a freshman in college and I went to the Dentist right before I left (about three months ago) and she mentioned that I had gingivitis but didn’t say anything about loose teeth. I didn’t tell her about the clicking tooth because by that point it had stopped, but now it has started again.
I’m going home in a week for fall break and am trying to get my parents to schedule a dentists appointment for me while I’m home but I’m freaking out about whether or not that’s too far away since I’ve now noticed that when I’m drinking something or biting down, I feel pressure on my two front teeth that feels really weird. I brush twice a day and while I don’t floss as much as I should I still floss. Luckily, if it is periodontitis my parents can easily afford the surgeries and treatments required but I still am hoping that there will be no need.
Am I being paranoid or is something really wrong?
one week ago tomorrow I had a soft tissue grafting with alloderm. everything looks ok. but I would like to see some pictures how should look one week after ther surgery. thank you
i have suddenly developed a gap between my front teeth and my gums have also started to pull away on several bottom teeth. I suspect I have periodontitis. is treatment able to fix the gap between my front teeth?
i go receeding gum ,painful,my dentist gave me pain killer and mouthwash,is this medicine enough to heal my gums
i got receeding gum,painful,my dentist gave me pain killer and mouth wash,is this medecine enough to heal my gums
My gums are receeding but are not sore,because I use a Hydrogen Peroxide Mouthwash. Is there something I can do to stop them receeding any more.
Thanks
I may have been exposed to hiv and i have to go get tested in early jan 2011 because it will be the three month mark. But my question is in october of this year my gums got really red and painful and i went on google and read that pure clove oil was good for the gums and it burned my tongue and seemed to make my gum tissue more sensiitve then. And then the papailae in between one of my lower mandibular teeth is not as blunt as it once was. Could it be because my immune system or the clove oil burned my gum tissue? It is sensitive. I did read in some of the answers above that gingival and peridontal issues dont present themselves until you are actually living with the disease. Please help.
I have receding gums. My dentist is covering them with an acrilic or resin. I cant recall now which. Nevertheless he has applied onlythe teeth in the back because he cannot o.btain the product thas has the same color of my gums. He has only white & tells me that if he applies this the teeth will look too long. Where can he obtain this. thank you. By the way he is charging me $50. a tooth
I have receding gums. My Dentis is covering them with either ecrilic or resin. I cant recall what he told me. Nevertheless he cannot get a material which has the same color of my gums. So far he is using a white material and has done those teeth that not show when smiling. He is afraid that my front teet will appear too long. where can he obtain the appropiate material. thank you.
There may be noticeably a bundle to find out about this. I assume you made certain nice points in features also.
I am a 54 year old woman who has a long history of peridontal dx. About 12 years ago I received an implant to replace the canine tooth on my upper right side. I also had surgery (gum grafting) to replace missing gum tissue. Although the surgery was quite successful I was not quite happy with the results because I was still missing too much gum tissue on the right lateral side of the implant tooth, leaving me with an uneven contour. I was just reading on line about “fake” gums and was wondering if this is an option for me. Do you know if it is expensive and what kind of dentist would perform this procedure, i.e., prostedontist. Thank you very much for your time and expertise.
I’m scared of dentist so I never went when my teeth was hurting cause of that my teeth have become really bad over the years.I’ve got receding gums I’m more on the last stage of waiting for my teeth to fall out.I’m 34 it’s got to that point I do not smile much I know it’s my fault I just need some help and answers on what’s do now?
my front side gums round is wide than my mouth. my front side gums tooths round is very wide.my front side tooth is outside.it looks very bad.when i see my face in the mirror it looks disguish.how can i close my front side gums teeth?
My front side gums round is wide than my mouth. My front side gums tooths round is very wide.My front side tooth is outside.it looks very bad.When i see my face in the mirror it looks disguish.How can i close my front side gums teeth?How can it front side gums wide teeth is taking inside.Is it possible to make labe from front side wide gums teeth?What ido now?
What are my options for receding gums? What would the cost be?
I have had this issue mainly with my upper teeth. long story short, I have had several instances with trauma. Oral surgery when I was young, braces twice(second time was because I was hit by a car) and broken jaw. Several years ago I saw a specialist and the proposed removing several teeth, having my dentist make the brace and they would drill holes into my bone. How good are the graths.
Hi there! I am 35, and unfortunately have not had my teeth cleaned since I was 12 years old. Sounds awful I know! I have had 3 of 4 wisdom teeth pulled, and never had a cavity. I had the lapband surgery done almost 2 years ago, and have been on antibiotics it seems like a zillion times ever since. I had a recent blow to the mouth, and the front upper tooth hurt for a while. Then I started getting these weird sensations in my scalp, neck pain, and a strange taste in my mouth when my neck cracks. Bear with me here… so I recently had pneumonia, that they originally treated as bronchitis, and the antibiotics did something extremely strange to my teeth. They turned a very strange yellow.. but not all over, more like in splotches. I can feel this thick coat of something on it no matter how many times I’ve brushed and flossed. I do not really have any gum issues, until today I notices that one of my bottom front teeth felt weird, like I had something really hard stuck in it. I kept trying to get it out, and when I looked in the mirror realized it seems to be part of my tooth, like a growth or something. My breath is horrible. I have never had any issues with my teeth before, but both sides of my family have really bad dental history, and I’ve always considered myself to be very lucky. There isn’t any pain or sensitivity…. just feels like I can fit my fingernail under whatever this is. I have an appointment with the dentist that I’ve been waiting a month for… but now after this development I am nervous. My grandmother had all of her teeth pulled very young, and my 53 year old mother is nearly there now, or should be as they are literally rotting out of her mouth. I have not always been so faithful about flossing, usually if something is in it, or the moos strikes, but I tell you I have been doing it after most everything I eat now! I don’t brush hard…. this scares me… and it’s gross! The backs of the teeth look even worse than the front since the antibiotics. Any ideas?
I have constant pain in mouth which started when having a root canal on my back lower molar. I also have a 3 tooth bridge starting one tooth back from this rear molar. My gums around the last anchor tooth of the bridge is receding badly and sometimes feels like I want to dig this tooth out the gums bother me so much.
My problem is this….I have gone and had the root canal re-done with a specialist, he couldn’t find cause of my sore mouth. Xrays show all is well. I went to a pain specialist for the mouth and he diagnosed Neuralgia. He never even looked in my mouth or took an x-ray.
I notice when I place my finger nail under the middle tooth of the bridge the pain goes away.
I have always maintained this bridge was too tight………do you think this could possibly be the problem. My gums have actually changed shape since the bridge went on approx 10 years ago. My other side of mouth is nicely shaped and hasn’t changed at all.
As for the Neuralgia……. my question would be……….wouldn’t the pain be like an electical shock and not a cosnsant ache like mine.
I am at my wits end and out of money to not have any more information than what I started out with.
Any help is appreciated. Thank you
hello,i have gum shrinking problem and this problem has been started few months now, and thers is no pain, i would like to ask you what is the problem with my gums might have or how can i stop this problem by using any natural way like using vitamine or changing the way of brushing or any other way it’s may possibe to be treat .
Hi, I am 25 years old and I have gum recession on my fourth teeth on the top as well as my third tooth on my lower left side. The top is getting worse in my own opinion. I have been to the dentist twice since it was noticed, the last time was only 2 months ago. I was told that nothing could be done to stop the recession and that nothing could be done to grow my gums back. The hygienist suggested an electric toothbrush which I have been using for about a month now. I am noticing that the gum around my top tooth looks worse now and I am very scared. I have not been applying much pressure on the electric brush and did not use much pressure with the regular brush when I was using it. Since I am young, I feel like I can’t afford for this to get worse at this pace. I am nervous that I might need grafting which is the only solution I can find. Should I go back to my dentist or should I find a periodontist? Do you think there is anything I can do at this point? Please advise. Thank you for your time.
how does the graft stay on. i just had one and am in awe. i had it on a bottom tooth. i get that it was stitched on the bottom of the graft, but what about the top?
My seven year old is a hard brusher, and stubborn too (which I guess most are) anyway, he will not let me help him with his brushing and flossing. Last night he came in and said look at my tooth Mom. To my surprise one of his lower gums was gone. I am calling his dentist today to see what can be done, but will the gum come back? And should anything be done to prevent this in the future? I am buying him a sonic care today to help with the hard brushing issues.
I have a tooth behind my front teeth could this cause receding gums?
is there anything i can do at home for a receeding gums
I have receeding gums i do brush too hard but i have ocd and i have to keep brushing until it is clean how can i help myself x
I have been suffering from severely receded gums for a few years now, thought to have been caused by extensive radio and chemo therapy. X rays have shown a great deal of jaw bone loss. I have already had two lower jaw molars out as they became so wobbly, but now the teeth either side of those removed are becoming very wobbly and a front tooth too. Its getting increasingly difficult to chew food and my dentist doesnt seem to have any solution other than to remove even more healthy teeth. What do you think and what can I do long term? I have 3 monthly hygienists appointments to make sure there is never any plaque or tartar build up. I am only 40 years old and dont want to have to have dentures!!
I went to the dentist a month ago she states that i have gingervitis under my bridge work I suggest to get the upper bridgework removed and replace them with upper partials she because after I eat or 5-10 minutes after brushing and flossing there is a terrible smell just continue to brush and use special bridgework floss and it will go away. I brush and floss more than three times a day and the bad odor is hard to control so is it better to replace the bridge work with partials for better cleaning and care for gums? x ray was taken and she swear there nothing wrong with the bridge work. Is there food that is trap and I can’t get it out by flossing?
Can I put a bond on the front of my teeth, because the gum is receding!
My question is I have one tooth that is bothering me now for a couple days. The tooth is fake and I have had a root canal, but it looks like the gums around it have receeded. I bought sensitive toothpaste the other day will that help. The tooth hurts with any kind of pressure on it, I didn’t think it could hurt because of the root canal and being a fake tooth.
hi’ i’m 53-female and always took care of my teeth. within the last 6months or so i’ve noticed that my gums are receding esp. inthe the back on the top. noe my teeth are getting loose . i’ve don’t have any pain. very worried on what to do and how costly it could be.
hi’ i’m 53-female and always took care of my teeth. within the last 6months or so i’ve noticed that my gums are receding esp. inthe the back on the top. noe my teeth are getting loose . i’ve don’t have any pain. very worried on what to do and
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how costly it could be.
in the yr.207 i went to see a dentist for a tooth decay i had and he gave me a shot in my gums he stayed in my mouth for about 30 mins. later on, about 4 months later my partials did not fit. it took me few years to see another dentist, because i was trumatize what the fisrt dentist did to me, and now my gums are so thin and my two fangs gotten smaller.i did not report him, i just left it alone, and now its been hunting me, i cant stop thinking about what i went through with this dentist, is there any other dentists that can take care of my gums? i cannot it right. can u please help me with my question?
Than You
Sincerely Yours
Maria
I am 20 years of age and I have noticed that i am able to see an outline of my teeth underneath my gums. any help?
hi. i have recently noticed a medium sized gap between my teeth and my gum line which has seemed to get bigger. because it is located at the molars i cannot see it, but can defenatly feel a gap. i am not sure what this is but i am worried about it. thanks
ok lets start off with that i chewed for about 5 years and i quit now i have my 2 k-9 teeth gums are worn down and idkif they will ever build back up or not left side hurts alittle but quit chewing like a cupple days ago and it just starting to hurt like yesterday and awnsers /
Hi doctor,
I am a smoker & my gums bleed alot nowadays, I am trying to cut down on smoking as much as possible (1-3 cigarettes a day) & now my gums on some teeth i could see theyre clearly starting to receed. Also its only certain areas on my teeth that always bleed, even when i wake up in the morning i can taste the blood in my mouth at times..
Please let me know what the cause of this may be and what i can do to fix it, i would greatly appreciate it .
T
I had a Zoom teeth whitening procedure at my dental surgery as I had veneers put on my top 4 front teeth a couple years ago and the incisors didn’t match the whiteness of the veneers.
The front lower teeth came away a bit whiter and some of the yellow was diminished from my incisors but on the whole no real difference.
That was until 10 days later I noticed the gum line of my top front two teeth had receded! My dentist did advise me that this can happen but neither he nor any of his colleagues had ever seen it. Its been a couple weeks now and my gum line hasn’t changed, hasn’t receded any further, hasn’t grown back.
Can this kind of gum damage be restored?
Now that the gum has receded in time I fear the exposed tooth will begin to colour and not match the veneer, what am I meant to do then as I NEVER plan on having my teeth whitened again? It’s the worst money I ever spent.
i use nicoderm cq,now in bleadind thru my gum and theet
The left side of my mouth (both upper and lower) became quite sensitive to cold and also hot. went to my dentist and he xrayed and examined and said everything looked healthy and no visible signs of anything wrong other than age related gums slightly receding. He figures I do have back teeth metal fillings that are 20 or more years old and yet hesitates to replace them when they seem solid and showing no signs of cracks. He recommended that I come in and also have my teeth cleaned and I did so 2 weeks later. Same story with the hygenist and she suggested a sensitive toothpaste for the cold and hot problems I am having. I have done so and also am using my electric toothbrush on low speed. However now a month later and my right side of my mouth is also becoming sensitive to cold too. I am 60 and am beginning to not enjoy eating or drinking anything anymore! Yet I have no dental insurance and cannot afford to run from dentist to dentist for opinions and procedures. Any suggestions on things to try or not do would be appreciated. I do not want to develop gum disease but am beginning to wonder if my electric toothbrush has created this problem since I have used it faithfully for at least 10 years. thank you for any opinion and advise.
I get my teeth cleaned regularly twice a year, floss regularly several times a day with Glide, use a Braun 1000 electric toothbrush with soft bristles. I am 63 and had braces as a child that caused my gums to be more sensitive to bleeding and salivating. Suddenly one of eyetooth has an exposed nerve close to the top but no visible gum irritation. I know that my gums have been receeding due to my aging (or so my dentist told me) and he said as long as I swish my mouth occasionally with warm salted water if my gums appear irritated. I have also tried using a periodontal rinse that is supposed to help the gums. One of your replies mentioned a Bonding process to cover the exposed area. Is there anything else a dentist can do for covering the exposed area close to the gum other than surgery? I read clove oil could help relieve the pain too but I’d like to know if there is a way that my dentist could fill the exposed area. If so, what is the process called so I don’t get gouged by my dental group (which tends to push a lot of “new treatments” etc. and their costs are quite high.
My mom is 79 years old and has been wearing dentures for about 15 years. She does not smoke or drink alcohol. I got new dentures 3 years ago which fit well at that time. A year and a half later they starting hurting her and kept falling out. The dentist who is a very good one realigned them and they fit well again. Now the bottom one is loose again and she went back to the same dentist. He said she has very little bone left and there is not enough ridge left to realign them or make her a new set. He recommended using a denture adhesive which does not hold them in. He said the only option is to sent her to a periodontist or oral surgeon to see if she is a candidate for implants for them to snap in to. He said she would need 3 to 4 implants put in which would cost $1600.00 to $1800.00 each and she may also need to have a new bottom denture made. She lives in an ALF which I have paying for for 4 years and I can’t afford that kind of money. Her dental insurance won’t cover implants either. Are there any other options available for her? Thank you in advance.
I am trying hard to stop smoking, but have failed again. Would using a mouthwash straight after a smoking help reduce the effects of the toxins?……… Obviously stopping would be better.
My gums and teeth seem to be getting worse no matter what I use, I’ve noticed my gums receding and now I have pockets between my teeth and gums that are appearing to be ~ green and Black~ in spots.. What can I do? Im 3 and a half months pregnant….
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I’m 23, and my bottom gums have receded so much that the entire root on my front two teeth is entirely exposed (I have long roots). I still wear a retainer and in the morning those two teeth are slightly loose. Is there a chance that I will lose them? Is there a way I can prevent this from happening other than the expensive gum surgery?
I suffered from both anorexia and bulimia for several years, which caused a tremendous amount of damage to my teeth and gums. My gums have receded drastically around all of my teeth, most prominently around my canines, leaving the sensitive roots of my teeth exposed. I was severely injured a few years ago and am currently existing on disability. I went to a discounted dental clinic, where they attempted to perform a subepithelial gum graft above one of my canine teeth, but it didn’t “take”. They claimed the recession was too great to allow adequate blood flow between my existing gum tissue and the grafted tissue. Is this common? Do I have to live with this, or should I seek a second opinion? The trouble I’m facing is that I can’t afford to go to a regularly priced periodontist, as I’ve checked around and the consultation alone is $140. Should I save and try the surgery again, caring for only the teeth that are the worst off, or is there really no hope of repairing the damage? Thank you in advance for your time and advice.
Hi,
I have not had a ciggerette for 3 weeks now and since giving up i have had sore and swollen gums, i have also noticed my front centre tooth is a little wobbly. I had something to eat today and noticed the gum between the two bottom middle teeth infront came away from my teeth completlylike a flap.
I do drink allot of diet coke but am willing to stop this as well. I also have pain in my jaw, i think my wisdom teeth are coming through, and maybee this is pushing my 2 bottom middle teeth together as they are now crooked pointing inwards.
I dont know what to do????
I know I need to see a dentist, but cannot afford to.
Thankyou for your time and advise in advance.
I have small teeth and my gums show when I smile. Is there any surgery out there to make my teeth bigger and not allow my gums to show when I smile?
Front tooth recession,and depth.Is tooth dead?Have dr appt Oct 4th?Can this tooth still b saved?
I have front tooth recession,and depth.I was born with a front gap soo.it’s bigger,and th e gum is gone between the 2 front teeth.Is the teeth a complete loss.Have Dr. appt with peridontist Oct 4th.
what is the best treatment or cure for receding gums non surgical lasar or what alternatives are available thank you for your response……..
how to i prevent receding gums?
is there any way for me to stop it or i have to see a dentist
I noticed my gums receding early into this year, I am 21 and previously I used to brush quite hard and with bad brushing habits. However I have visited a dentist 3 times so far this year and each have advised that there is no issue with my teeth or gums and that the recession may be natural or due to brushing, advice was to return in 6 months on the last visit. Now my gum on my lower front teeth is bleeding when brushing and even when slight pressure is applied to the gum. I used an Oral B electric tooth brush and apply soft pressure each time I brush as well as using mouthwash.
I am quite worried as I do not want my gums to recede anymore than they already have. But if the dentist cannot see any problems then what measures can I take to help keep my gums healthy?
One of my front bottom teethes gums is receeding alot and i am very scared it will fall out, i am at the dentist next mth but feel there is a slight wobble
Gums behind front teeth recently receded after burning the tissue. What can be done to help them adhere to the margins of the teeth again?
I am 49 years old. I have recently started to have brown lines through them and my gums are receeding. How do I find a dentist to handle both problems? I used to have nice white teeth, it is only in the last several months I have noticed this change.
Hi, I am 35 and totally addicted to brushing/flossing my teeth. I have never had a cavity, and always had a bright naturally straight smile. Over the last decade or so I have noticed a loss of enamel to the point my teeth are transparent, and the are also moving out of alignment…spreading apart in the front, leaving me with a huge sharp ugly gap that is only getting worse. My teeth seem to me in pain all of the time lately as well…which I can attribute at times to sinus pressure, but other times they hurt, I notice gum swelling behind the gap. I HATE the fake look of giant vaneers, and am afraid any fix done with braces or a retainer might not be permanent since they seem to be progressively worse. I am trying to brush less, but now my teeth feel uncomfortable and look yellow…I just can’t stand to feel that dirty mouth feeling, or look. I dont smoke, or drink coffee…I take suppliments, and eat well. What can you suggest I do?? I miss smiling
Hi i wonder if you can help me? I have suffered from bleeding gums ever since i had my four children but my dental hygene is very good with me always brushing at least twice a day and always using a mouthwash. My problem is that about four days ago i started to feel a little unwell with a banginging headache and i had a sort of flu type ache from head to toe which lasted just over a day! On the second day of feeling like this i noticed my gums felt a little swollen behind my top front teeth! The following day i noticed the swelling was all around my mouth and my gums look very red red and not just around the gum line! It seems to be all over! I have increased my dental hygene even more brushing at least 3 times a day and using chlorhexidine gluconate antiseptic mouthwash but there doesnt seem to be any improvement, if any thing my mouth feels worse and my bottom front teeth ache so much im climbing the walls and having to keep taking ibuprofen! My front bottom teeth also feel very gritty when i run my tongue over the back of them! Do i need to visit my dentist? I would be grateful for any advice because the pain is really geting me down now. Thanking you in advance.
I would also like to add that im about to go through a divorce and wondered if my problem could also be stress related?
Every morning for the past week I have woken up to a small “bubble” of swollen gums between my two front bottom teeth. It only lasts for a few hours, not painful, but it is annoying. I am wondering what this is, I do not have tarter buildup, and brush my teeth daily..I’m confused.
How do I cure my receded gums?
the gym on my bottom front teeth is lose and i can see all my teeth. Why is this happening to me im only 21 yrs of age
My gums are receding slightly except for my two middle bottom teeth. Over the last several weeks they have gotten worse. Not sure why these teeth are worse than others. Any thoughts?
Hi, Behind the back of my teeth on the bottom row i can see alot of white and can feel bone wth my toungue, am fairly worried about this, would like some advice, its slightly painful?
I have an NHS dentist who doesn’t go into details about what my options are in terms of the surgical treatment of my gum disease. I tried to ask her about Periostat, which is a new gum treatment option, but she just quickly says that I will have to pay for a hygienist. I would really like to know what’s going on with my gums and teeth because there’s no bleeding just a lot of pain, especially when I consume hot or cold drinks. This wasn’t happening before, only painful gum swelling which made chewing properly almost impossible. Shall I change my dentist and will I be able to get adequate dental care to sort this problem on the NHS?
I noticed that below my gum on the bottom teeth there seems to be a big indentation that I never noticed before like there is a lack of tissue, the gum meets the teeth fine, it feels skeletal, is this a part of aging I am 59, it feels like teeth gum & bone very thin tissue I guess?? Is this normal?
Thank you
I need dentures. I am afraid my gums have receded so much that I won’t be able to get them. They bleed when I just touch them. I should be getting th dentures next month. Am I going to be ok?
I have an upper denture, and a lower partial…But have never been able to wear the partial. It would slip off, and hurt my teeth that it was connected to. And when I’d try to eat, it popped right up. My gums have been shrinking, even the top, and I wear my denture.I have 8 teeth on the lower that really need help…but just in the last few months I have been having this terrible pain go through my lower gums….it is so intense !! I think I really need the rest of the lower teeth extracted, and get a new set of dentures, but I have no gums….how can this problem be solved, and how expensive is it ?? I live in Winter Garden Florida….any Dentist you know of in my area that can help me ?!
Thank You, Charlene Mills
My gum line started to recede. Im only 23. As a teen I did things that probably contributed to this problem. A little over a year ago I suffered major injuries in a wreck and I have been on narcotic pain medicine ever since. I take very good care of my teeth but recently the enamel has started breaking off at the gum line though I there are no visible cavities. I wont have the money to go to a dentist for a few more months. My father recently had the same problem and had to have all of his teeth pulled. Is there a name for what is going on with my teeth and gums? I need to know what is happening…
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I recently had a bone graft, implant and crown put in where had a missing tooth. The new tooth (canine) is about 30% longer than the natural one on the other side. I don’t think the surgeon put enough graft material in. Now I am “long in the tooth” on one side. Is there any chance the gum will grow down a little to help ameliorate this problem?
Thanks!
I had a sporting accident which resulted in the need to remove my two front teeth and place two implants. My surgeon is fantastic, very patient in explaining every step and very concerned with ensuring that the surgery is successful aesthetically as well. He has however warned that due to the shape of my teeth and gums, the.gumline will recede and there will be a black triangle/gap which will be visible if I smile too widely. I’m really depressed about this, over and above having had to deal with losing my front teeth anyway. I’m a female in my early forties, very sporty and active, and while I know this is just aesthetics, it’s still upsetting me a lot. Is there anything that can be done about the “triangle”?
I had deep cleaning about 2 months ago and the right side of my mouth hurts real bad. They did have to use about 8 shots to dumb that side unlike the left they used fewer. I do use a soft tooth brush and floss however there is starting to become gaps between several teeth on both sides and gums are starting to recede more in the last week between the teeth. The dentist said there is nothing dentally wrong however. I also had a crown placed on the left side and had 1 specialst tell me I need a root cancel but there was so many “and”, “if” and “maybe” in her converstation that I went to another specialist and they said it was probably caused by a cavity on the toolth behind it but the dentist doesn’t think that is where I am having the pain. I also noticed last night and this morning that the gums are starting to bleed again when brushing and flossing. What might be causing this?
Will my Gum grow back when it has a hole under my tooth?
im not even 20 and only one of my bottom teeth has its gum line receding am i still able to stop it from going down any further and avoiding surgery?
Good article. Keep it up.
My gums are receding from one tooth. It’s very painful and I think it’s infected. I stopped smoking immediately when I found out it has a lot to do with receding gums. It’s slightly depressing and I’m extremely scared I’ll lose my tooth. I’m 19, I’ve had braces. I brush twice a day. Does Title 19 cover surgery? Help
I’m only 20 and my gums have already started receding. I brush gently now, I floss, and I use baking soda like I’ve read (hope that’s not bad). I’m worried because I’m only 20 and I don’t want to lose my teeth. I don’t experience sensitivity unless I like scratch the area near the gum. The main area that’s receding is the front bottom teeth and my canine teeth. I have fairly small teeth and I don’t want this getting worse. I don’t have the money for surgery so my mind is at preventing it from getting worse and I need some tips. I use Pronamel toothpaste (I don’t know if that’s bad). I just need some way to at least prevent it from getting worse so I can keep my teeth. Sadly I went to the dentist to get fillings and the dentist didn’t mention anything wrong with my teeth, like he didn’t see the problem unless I really have to mention it to him. I know that I have the problem. It’s pretty obvious when someone has it. Help?
I know my gums aren’t receding but the complete opposite is happening. I have braces and my gum is about to cover my bracket. I have tried brushing my teeth for an hour, taking water picks/toothpick type things and going under my gum trying to stop it. It hurts and I do not know what to do to stop it. It hurts too, please somebody…HELP! What do I do?
i have a big gap in my front teeth due to geting some gum removed from there he did not say what to do after it was removed that is 4 years ago i have been to the dentist thee said i need my gums sorted out but i want to fix the front i do not like it i want to smile again have you eny sugestons thanks
hello, i have recently noticed that the gum line above a couple of my teeth has begun to recede and bleed after brushing. all i want to know is if my teeth will return to normal if i begin to take care of them properly or if this is it, the slippery slope towards tooth loss. im only 17 and am quite worried about it. i used to brush my teeth only once a day and still dont floss. this i know i have to change, but will my gum line ever be the same??
thank you
I just have one tooth in which the gum behind the tooth hurts really bad when it’s touched it feels like there is something stuck between the gum and tooth but I’ve tried to get anything that could be in there out and nothing really comes out. The gum line on that tooth in the back has lowered and the gum behind the tooth is red, not normal pink. And it’s only on that one tooth
I eant an honest opinion..
My mother is 75 and has receeding gums which r causing teeth to go bad..dentist wants 500 to save them..she does not have this money so wouldn’t it be better if she pulled them because I got screwed too. Saved my teeth sand fee years later they all had to be pulled. Wasted thousands of dollars because of my dentisat!!!
Please advise
My son is 10 years old and just a couple of weeks ago I realized he has a receeding tooth in the button jaw. It appears that this is happening to the opposite tooth in the upper jaw. What should I do?
Ok well i was brushing my teeth last night kind of hard but not really and i have a lip ring with a flat back on my right side of my mouth and when i took it out last night i notice that on my pointed bottom tooth it looked the my gum was getting smaller and disappearing but my flat back on my lip ring is alined perfect with my pointed tooth so i was wondering if the rubbing from that would cause that to my gum
hi ive bot long noticed my gums r receding i dont understand why as i brush my teeth every day n night i havent been 2 my dentist 4 a while im 2 scared 2 go back and scared i will lose my teeth im emaressed about talking and smilling as u can see gaps in my teeth cn u help please?
I have a receding gum on the bottom set of my teeth and it receding quite quick . I have been to see a dentist and they say that there is nothing they can do for it . I would really like to keep my tooth so is there anything you can sugest that will help it and help me keep my tooth?
i know my teeth are having receding gum problems my bottom teeth are starting to shift and they hurt more and more im just so lost at this point because i don’t have any dental insurance and i dont know where to go in the austin tx area i guess just start going to any dentist would be help full, im scared to loose my teeth is there anyway that i can still keep them even though ive been having some pain and i can tell there shifting spots?
hi would like advice on an easy and cheaper way to combat my receeding gums, i have bone loss and my teeth are loose(bottom ones) this has caused gaps, and doesn’t look very nice, it is putting me down. i do go to the dentist but they don’t look like there has been improvement, is there any thing else i could be doing.
I am losing my teeth due to receding gums…..I have spit out 6 in the last 4 years, I guess there is nothing I can do but get dentures….when my teeth fall out there is no blood and it doesn’t hurt…I am very upset by this as my last tooth that I lost was Friday the 13th, this month and it was my front tooth so now dentures are required…I have been using pro health toothpaste for gingivitis and everything but it hasn’t stopped the process….ALL HER TEETH REMOVED INHERITED AS MY Mother had all her teeth removed when she was 15.
I am losing my teeth due to receding gums…..I have spit out 6 in the last 4 years, I guess there is nothing I can do but get dentures….when my teeth fall out there is no blood and it doesn’t hurt…I am very upset by this as my last tooth that I lost was Friday the 13th, this month and it was my front tooth so now dentures are required…I have been using pro health toothpaste for gingivitis and everything but it hasn’t stopped the process…INHERITED AS MY Mother had all her teeth removed when she was 15.
hello i havent been to a dentist before and i am 21 years old now. i just went to my dentist today as i have bad receding gum on the two front bottom teeth of my mouth only. the rest places seem ok. but my teeth in front are wobbling on a grade 3 level. i asked the lady if there is any hope for me to cure this but she keeps saying it is irreversible and she never mention anything like gum grafting she only said she can use like a metal to hold the teeth at the back to avoid it from wobbling. but i still refuse to belive mine is a hopeless case am so young i cant have receding gums in front because i cant even smile well anymore. is there an extent of receding gum you can reach that has no solution what so ever in terms of the gums growing back or gum implant to make the gum cover the teeth again?please help me:’(
I used to have a bad brushing regiment and i only kinda just recently fixed that and i have a tooth that is fairly loose i dont notice any movemnt visually but i can feel it up in the gums. im sure its not as bad as im freaking out over it but its definitely not good. I have no money and no insurance to see a dentist and the free clinics where i live told me i have to wait a month just for an exam. i need help im so scared im going to lose my teeth. I brush twice a day now and im trying to get an ultrsonic brush but fac it they arent cheap. i floss each time after brushing then i do a 1:1 rinse with peroxide and water and then a mouthwash rinse to get rid of the foamy taste. what can i do i really dont wanna lose my tooth its in the front and i already have bad self esteem and if i lose a tooth ill never leave the house again.. i also have a fractured crown tht needs to be aken care of but thats like $700.. time to put my kidney on the black market i guess cuz obamacare is fail.
My daughter is complaining about sore gums on her lower front teeth on the exterior part, she seems to be missing a small piece next to one tooth, she is in a lot of pain, I don´t see any inflammation or strange appearance but do notice her teeth are a strange colour, also the gums have been bleeding for the past 2-3 days… She is only 16 but her teeth don´t seem to have any tartar build up, only they look a little discolored. What could this be gingivitis? and the piece of missing gum, it like a little v in her gum line…. I had her swish with a bit of warm water and salt but this doesn´t seem to help much.. any suggestions?
I suffer from gum recession, and after having my roots cleaned out in preparation for my root canal, am still suffering from a bad taste in my mouth. Could this taste be from my gums problem or does the root still contain infection.
Thank you for your help. My endodontist states that he has gotten all the infection from my roots, but the taste is making me sick.