What could be the treatment for receding lower front gum?

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I can understand your concern. I have reviewed the photograph and the attached X-ray. My observations are as follows: there is a considerable amount of bone loss around the tooth, the tooth has shifted from its original position, and there is a significant buildup of deposits (tartar or calculus) on the tooth. The prognosis for this tooth depends on whether it is mobile or firm. If it is mobile, the degree of mobility is crucial, typically graded as I, II, or III by the dentist. Grade I mobility generally has a good prognosis, while grade II and grade III mobility indicate a poorer prognosis.

If the tooth is not mobile or is a grade I mobile, the recommended course of action would be to undergo scaling to remove deposits and then consider aligning the tooth with braces or aligners. Gingival (gum) grafting can be performed once the tooth is correctly positioned, and it may require splinting before grafting. Alternatively, if you prefer a less involved procedure, you can choose to have the tooth extracted and then opt for a dental implant. I recommend having the mobility assessed by your dentist to make an informed decision about the treatment plan.

I hope this helps you.

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Probably your dentist has said so because the tooth is not aligned. In my opinion, grafting is possible after the tooth gets aligned. Also, check the mobility after scaling is done.

I hope this helps you.

Thank you.

Regards.