Receding Gums

Gingival recession occurs when your gums pull back from the tooth surface, exposing the root surfaces of your teeth leading to sensitivity and pain. There are various treatments available, depending on its severity. The earlier the diagnosis, the earlier the treatment and the more favorable the final outcome may be.

Receding gums may have been caused by a variety of factors such as aggressive brushing over several years, hardened plaque build-up (tartar), smoking, diabetes, genetics and so on. Symptoms of receding gums include:

• Bleeding after brushing or flossing.
• Red, swollen gums.
• Bad breath.
• Pain at the gum line.
• Visibly shrinking gums.
• Exposed tooth roots.
• Loose teeth.

At every examination, a complete gingival assessment is carried out to identify early signs of receding gums and recommend appropriate treatment options such as Gum Surgery.