Gum recession occurs when your gum tissue pulls back from your teeth due to gum disease or aging. When it occurs, gum recession can leave the tooth roots exposed, making them susceptible to bacteria and infection. Additionally, having the tooth roots exposed makes your teeth extremely sensitive. Luckily, gum recession can be corrected at Family […]
Category: Bone and Gum Grafting
How Can You Protect Your Teeth from Bone Loss?
Different conditions can compromise the integrity of your maxilla and mandible. These bones are often overlooked when talking about oral health, but they play a huge role by supporting our teeth and also giving shape to our face. Most people think of bones as something rigid that doesn’t change, but the truth is that bone […]