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Understanding gum recession when teeth start to look longer
A sharp jolt from hot or cold drinks, or a tooth that suddenly looks longer or yellower than the ones beside it, often points to gum recession. As the gums pull back, they expose the tooth's root, which is softer and more porous than the enamel above it, and that opens the door to sensitivity, root cavities, and an uneven looking smile.
Why recession matters, and what sets it off, is what this video covers. The usual triggers are brushing too hard, crowded teeth, grinding tied to untreated TMJ issues, untreated gum disease, and sometimes simply where the teeth sit in the jaw. Left unaddressed, the underlying cause keeps the recession moving forward.
How we treat it follows from the cause and how far the recession has gone. Mild cases often resolve once we tackle the source, whether that means refining your brushing technique, treating a bite problem, or bringing gum disease under control. Where recession is more advanced, a soft tissue graft may be needed to cover the exposed root and even out the gumline.
Noticing any of these changes is a reason to act rather than wait. At Brammeier Family Dental we'll pinpoint the cause, address whatever is contributing to it, and map out the right next step before the recession goes any further.
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