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Medical Conditions - Gingival Recession

It is defined as the displacement of marginal gingiva to the cementoenamel junction. There is a loss of the periodontal connective tissue fibres and the alveolar bone. It is caused due to inflammatory periodontal diseases, ulcerations of the gingiva, trauma to the gingival margins, and gingival ischemia. It is treated by using gingival grafts, scaling, and root planing.

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Can gum recession loosen my teeth?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed the enclosed files. I am a maxillofacial surgeon, and your problem falls within my expertise.

I have tartar in my teeth. Is it a sign of gum disease?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. When you get a full scaling procedure done, all the calculus seen will go away. After that, the gums will look healthier and better.

When is my son with juvenile periodontitis eligible for braces?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern.

Are braces safe for my teeth after juvenile periodontitis?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. From your explanation, it seems that you have advanced juvenile periodontitis.

What treatment techniques are used to treat gum recession?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Grafting is done for classes 1 and 2 in Miller's classification. Beyond that, the prognosis becomes poor. Other options are removable partial dentures or implants.

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Is it possible to have gingival recession by faulty brushing technique?

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How to treat gingival recession and gingival discoloration?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I can understand the situation you are going through right now.

Is gum recession a serious issue, and can it be reversed?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Gum regrowth is possible. You need to go for gum surgeries or flap surgeries.

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What is the best treatment available for gum recession?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Gum recession is caused due to multiple reasons and one of them is gingivitis or periodontitis.

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What are the alternatives to gum grafting for lower front tooth gum recession?

Hi, Welcome back to icliniq.com. Please go for extraction followed by fixed dental prosthesis placement after 15 to 20 days. Splinting with root canal treatment can be done but the prognosis seems questionable so please go by my instructions. Thank you.

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