While receding gums might start as such an insignificant concern that you might hardly notice that it is there, it can quickly spiral out of control and become such a severe medical condition that the only treatment would be receding gum surgery. As this kind of surgery is part of the extensive list of treatment options that you’ll find at Simply Teeth Essex, a leading dental practice in the city, they offered to share some tips on how you can identify this concern early on and what steps you should take to prevent it completely.

“There are several reasons why your gums might be receding. In many cases, the start of it all is due to poor dental hygiene. We all have bacteria in our mouths and therefore it is vital to brush and rinse your teeth regularly. If we neglect this, the food that we eat starts to form a build-up on our teeth. Bacteria love this build-up and would continue to multiply in these favourable conditions. From here it is easy for bacteria to spread to your gums, causing infection. Gum infections can cause the gum tissue to die or to pull away from the tooth surface. Once this happens, there form pockets between the gum tissue and the tooth which is another perfect breeding place for bacteria. At this point, you would already be looking at a rather severe form of treatment such as receding gum surgery,” says Dr. Sunny Sihra.

While there are several more causes of gum recession that you can’t do much about, such as genes and hormonal fluctuations, most of these causes are easy to prevent. Dr. Sihra explains that by maintaining a regular dental care regime, you can prevent this concern. It is also important to brush your teeth with a quality toothbrush and to use the correct manner to do it. Another cause is grinding of your teeth and here a gum guard can be helpful.

Lastly, if you are prone to this concern due to it being a genetic concern, it is best to avoid certain foods and drinks and especially tobacco products. “We have access to all the technology and skills necessary to treat receding gums, but as it is a very uncomfortable condition that can be painful, we always recommend to rather take the necessary steps when you can than having to deal with this concern at a later stage.

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Our family-owned practice of Simply Teeth has been the trusted partner in dental care in Essex for more than 40 years. As a family in dental care, our commitment is to provide outstanding dental services. This has earned us a reputable and trusted name in the local community. All our clients enjoy an abundance of benefits of outstanding medical equipment, experienced professionals, a friendly and warm environment, and an array of premium solutions to your dental concerns. You will be able to enjoy immaculate dental care at affordable pricing. As part of our reliable care, we also offer several payment plans to help you pay for the treatments you need. Visit our website https://simplyteethessex.co.uk/ or contact us via phone or email and see how we can assist you.