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Do you have unsightly receding gums with sensitivity?

May 22 • 1 minute read

Causation:
- Information from chronic gum infection
- trauma to the teeth and gums due to crooked teeth
- Grinding and clenching called Bruxism
Treatment modalities:
- Early stages can be fixed with simple composite fillings
- Fixing the bite with orthodontics including Invisalign can help tremendously with trauma
- In severe cases gum grafting is required by a periodontist. The tissue graft covers the root surfaces to prevent further damage and tooth loss.

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