Your teeth are not the only part of a healthy smile. Your gums and their health and appearance are also very important. Receding gums are a common problem that can make your smile look unbalanced. Patients may feel self-conscious or embarrassed by their smiles.
This can begin to affect a patient’s quality of life. Although, receding gums can also cause oral health complications. When gums recede too far they can expose the underlying root surface. When exposed, with nothing to protect the root, this makes patients susceptible to tooth loss or infection.
They also cause uncomfortable tooth sensitivity. Receding gums can be caused by a number of things including poor oral hygiene, brushing too hard, tobacco use, teeth grinding, or tooth misalignment. The number one thing that causes gums to erode is periodontal disease.
Receding Gum Treatment in Knoxville, TN
When gums recede and pull away from the teeth, pockets or gaps form between the teeth and gums. Bacteria that can lead to diseases build up in these pockets. It is important to visit your dentist if you notice your teeth becoming longer or begin to experience tooth sensitivity.
Only a professional teeth cleaning can clean out those pockets to remove the bacteria and stop the gums from receding further. Ignoring gum disease will only cause your gums to get worse. Knoxville, TN periodontist Dr. Robert Cain provides thorough and personalized periodontal treatment for receding gums and other gum conditions.
Dr. Cain is highly trained and experienced in tissue additive procedures for the correction of receding gum lines. Offering a range of treatments for receding gums allows Dr. Cain to customize your periodontal treatment for consistent and natural-looking results dependent on your personal oral health concerns.
The treatment used will depend on the cause and the extent of the eroding gums. In addition to treating you, Dr. Cain will recommend changing your habits that may have led to the recession.
Chao Pinhole Technique for Receding Gums
Dr. Cain is one of the only certified providers of the patented Chao Pinhole Surgical Technique in the Knoxville area. This state-of-the-art technique eliminates the need for invasive gum surgery to correct receding gums.
Pinhole Surgical Technique requires no scalpels or sutures. With this innovative dental procedure, Dr. Cain is able to enter the gums through a tiny hole. He then uses a specially designed tool to loosen the gum tissue and reposition the gum line for a natural and properly proportioned gum line.
With PST patients experience significantly less discomfort, swelling, and bleeding. The Pinhole Surgical Technique only takes 1-2 hours to complete and requires minimal downtime.
Receding Gums FAQs
Can gums grow back after a recession?
Once gums have receded they will not grow back. There are dental treatments that can reattach gum tissues, but gums cannot regrow on their own.
What happens if you don’t treat gum recession?
If gum recession is not treated, patients may notice gaps between their teeth and their gum line. Gum recession may also damage tissue causing infections, and damage bone structure that may result in tooth loss.
How do you prevent or reverse a receding gum line?
Patients can prevent gum recession by brushing and flossing their teeth twice a day regularly. Patients should also schedule dental cleanings every six months to prevent gum recession. If it’s a genetic issue, we can provide periodontal treatments to help gum recession.
Schedule A Dental Exam Today
If your gum line is receding it is important to seek help as soon as possible. Call our Knoxville, TN dentist office or schedule a consultation online to learn more about what periodontal treatments can help restore balance and health to your smile.
