Achieve Healthy and Beautiful Gums with Gum Recession Treatment

Having optimal oral health isn’t about healthy teeth only—your gums matter, too. Receding gums can be a serious concern if not treated. When gums pull away from the tooth root, this affects tooth functionality and aesthetics. 

Don’t let gum recession compromise your smile and oral health. Garazi Periodontics & Dental Implants in Miami, Florida, offers treatment for receded gums to restore your beauty and function. Schedule an appointment today with Drs. Isaac and David Garazi to reclaim your gum health.

What is gum recession?

Healthy gums are tucked snugly around the teeth, and the space between teeth and gums is almost unnoticeable. Also known as gingival recession, receded gums happen when the gum tissues around the teeth pull away, exposing more of the tooth and root.

Gingival recession occurs over time, and you may not notice its presence. However, when your teeth look longer than usual, feel a notch near the gum line, or experience tooth sensitivity, gum recession could be the culprit. 

What are the causes of gum recession?

Gum disease is the most common cause of gum recession. Gum disease starts when plaque accumulates in your mouth because of poor oral health. Untreated gum disease advances and causes a significant buildup of harmful bacteria and dental calculus in the mouth. 

Advanced gum disease damages the bone and ligaments between teeth and gums, causing the gums to pull away from the teeth. When you notice deep pockets around your teeth, this may indicate the presence of advanced gum disease.

The other causes of gum recession include:

• Poor genetics 
• Aggressive tooth brushing
• Tobacco use
• Chronic teeth grinding (bruxism)
• Thin gum tissue
• Hormonal changes
• Poor teeth alignment
• Gum tissue trauma

How does gum recession affect your smile and oral health?

Gum recession can significantly affect your oral function and aesthetics. Following are the reasons gum recession shouldn’t be ignored.

• Increased tooth sensitivity—exposed tooth roots are more sensitive to temperature changes and other stimuli.
• Tooth decay—when gums pull away, the tooth roots lose protection, exposing them to decay. Severe gum recession can lead to tooth loss. 
• Gum disease—gingival recession exacerbates the existing gum infection, quickly worsening your symptoms.
• Cosmetic concerns—receded gums make your tooth appear longer, throwing your entire smile out of balance. 

How is gingival recession treated?

Gum recession isn’t something you should ignore. If left untreated, it will only progress and cause unnecessary discomfort. Do you suspect gum disease? Schedule an appointment with a dentist. Several treatments exist to repair gums and prevent the progression of the condition. 

Mild gum recession should be addressed and any detrimental habits corrected. At times the condition can be monitored without surgical intervention. However, you may need gum grafting if your receded gums are more severe and caused by aggressive brushing, periodontal disease, poor genetics, and other underlying conditions. 

Gingival grafting involves using artificial tissue or harvesting tissue from another area (usually the mouth palate) and stitching it on the receded area. Drs. Isaac and David Garazi perform gum grafting with precision and unrivaled artistry to restore your gum line to its natural shape. Gum grafting restores your smile aesthetics and function to its pre-damage self.

Is there a dentist who treats receded gums near me?

For more information about preventing and treating gum recession, call (305) 690-0611 to schedule an appointment with Garazi Periodontics & Dental Implants. We look forward to helping you achieve healthy, beautiful gums.

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