Gum recession can occur for a couple of different reasons, including brushing too hard, not using a soft-bristled toothbrush, or due to gum disease, which is an infection that impacts the health of your soft oral tissues. In any case, once they have receded, causing your teeth to appear longer, it’s not likely that they’ll grow back on their own. Fortunately, periodontists are able to perform special procedures to make sure your gums are able to adequately protect the roots of your teeth to prevent additional issues from developing down the road. Read on to learn more about gum recession and how it can be reversed.
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