If you’re a Belmont resident with receding gums, you’re probably experiencing a lot of tooth sensitivity, especially when you eat or drink hot or cold food or beverages. You may have also noticed that your teeth appear longer, or that you can see the roots of your teeth. You know you have a problem, but how do you fix it? You’ve heard of gum grafting, but you’re not quite sure if your case of receding gums is severe enough to require this procedure. There are actually quite a few options for receding gums, depending on the severity of your case. Read on to learn more about them.
Option 1: Learn Better Brushing Techniques
Improving Your Brushing Technique
Some Belmont residents whose receding gums are caused by vigorous brushing may be able to treat mild cases of receding gums with no formal treatment at all. If you think that you are brushing your teeth and gums too hard, dentist or hygienist can demonstrate for you proper brushing techniques, so that you can safely and effectively brush your teeth without damaging your gum tissue.
Option 2: Gum Grafting
Gum Grafting for Receding Gums
Certain cases of receding gums, require gum grafting. In Dental Restorative Group we use micro-grafting techniques to transfer tissue from a donor site in your mouth, such as the roof, or palate and transfers that tissue to your gums. Gum grafting is the most advanced and long term solution for fixing receding gums, and most Belmont patients describe the gum grafting procedure as having minimal discomfort, and a fast recovery period with pain being relieved by over-the-counter medications.
I Have Gum Recession, and I’m Ready to Take Action. What Do I Do Next?
Schedule a Gum Evaluation in Belmont
If you’re ready to treat your receding gums, congratulations! We know that dental procedures can seem scary, and your willingness to protect your dental health is not going unnoticed. If you have receding gums and you’re ready to do something about it, call our Belmont office today at (617) 489-1470 to schedule initial examination, during which we will conduct a full evaluation and a personalized treatment plan for you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the signs of gum recession?
Receding gums often cause a lot of tooth sensitivity, especially when you eat or drink hot or cold food and beverages. You may also notice that your teeth appear longer than they used to, or that the roots of your teeth have become visible.
What causes receding gums?
Brushing your teeth and gums too vigorously is a common cause of gum recession. Because the right treatment depends on the severity and the cause, an evaluation helps determine whether better brushing technique or a procedure such as gum grafting is the appropriate answer.
Can receding gums be treated without surgery?
Mild cases caused by vigorous brushing may need no formal treatment at all. A dentist or hygienist can demonstrate proper brushing techniques so you can clean your teeth safely and effectively without damaging your gum tissue. More severe recession usually calls for a procedure.
What is gum grafting?
Certain cases of receding gums require gum grafting. At Dental Restorative Group we use micro-grafting techniques to transfer tissue from a donor site in your mouth, such as the palate, to your gums. It is the most advanced, long-term solution for receding gums.
What is recovery like after gum grafting?
Most Belmont patients describe the gum grafting procedure as having minimal discomfort and a fast recovery period, with pain relieved by over-the-counter medications. Your dentist will review aftercare with you, and the team is available if anything about your healing seems unusual.
What is the first step in treating gum recession?
Call our Belmont office to schedule an initial examination. During that visit we conduct a full evaluation and build a personalized treatment plan based on how severe your recession is and what is causing it, so you know exactly what your options are.
