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Gum recession
My tooth is visible through gums.there is no pain what what should i do,can it be reversed.what is the treatment
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Those are food debris forming calculus.
You need scaling and polishing done.
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With picture you need oral scaling and polishing. This will be reversed. Consult specialist dentist.
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maintain oral hygiene after procedure.
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You have plague and debris accumulated causing infection in gums ,condition is called gingivitis and if untreated will lead to loosening of teeth ,more inflammation bleeding while burshing your teeth etc.
You require proper cleaning of teeth .Treatment offered
1. Scaling and polishing (normal cleaning )
2 Curettage and root planning (deep cleaning for severe cases)
Followed by maintenance therapy till your problem subside
Next Steps
Visit your dentist for above mentioned procedure
Health Tips
Maintain oral hygiene,(brush twice)
Rinse your mouth every time you eat
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