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Gum line recedding
From 1 year my gum line is receeding but I had not noticed it now when the teeth is elongated due to it it is clearly visible what should I do?
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Dear practo user
You need oral scaling and polishing.
Need to learn proper brushing technique ito prevent this to happen in future again.
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In ur case receding gum is because of calculus deposition(yellow hard layer) around the tooth...
If it stays for long may cause advanced pyorrhoea leading to mobile teeth..
U need a professional cleaning...
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visit a dentist for needful
Health Tips
brush twice, rinse after every meal, maintain good oral hygiene
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Hi...one of the reasons for receding gum line is accumulation of tartar due to inadequate brushing technique...thorough oral hygiene maintenance can help to a larger extent.
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visit a nearby dentist to get complete evaluation done.
deep teeth cleaning is needed to begin with
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you shall have to keep a regular follow up even after the essential treatment is done.
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Go and visit a Dentist
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