Gingival recession or gum disease, is a serious gum infection that damages the soft tissue around the teeth and, if left untreated, causes melting of the bone that supports the individual's teeth.
Gum recession is a problem that can cause tooth loss. With initial periodontal treatments, prevention of disease progression thus the elimination of sensitivity and treatment of gingival infection can be performed. Periodontal surgical procedures (gingival surgeries) can be applied in advanced gingival recessions.
Periodontal problems are bacterial gum infections of the gum tissue and the bone that holds your teeth in place. Gum disease is the main cause of gum recession. Hard and traumatic tooth brushing also can cause gingival recession.
Plaque and tartar formed as a result of inadequate oral care can cause gingival infections and gingival recession.
Also some of the other reasons for gingival recession is: Hormonal changes, using tobacco products such as cigarettes, crowded teeth or a misaligned set of teeth, clenching and grinding (bruxism).
The most effective method applied in gingival recession is to solve the cause of the recession, and gingival recession can be treated easily and very quickly with a regular effective brushing habit after tartar cleaning.
