Gentle Touch Dental Care Videos

When receding gums get worse, the tooth's root gets exposed, making it susceptible to bacterial infection and damage. In addition, the condition can be unsightly and cause dental sensitivity and discomfort. A soft tissue transplant or gum graft is the treatment dentists recommend, which involves attaching a small piece of gum tissue around your teeth.…

Receding gums leads to gum tissues pulling back from teeth roots, making your teeth appear abnormally large. Teeth roots are protected from acids made by oral bacteria by the gum tissues that cover them, so gum recession leaves them vulnerable to these acids, increasing their risk of decay.Receding gums can be caused by several things,…