May 3, 2016

Your gums are just as important as your teeth. It is equally as vital to pay attention to any changes in your gum tissue so that you can seek treatment from an experienced periodontist immediately. A common problem with gum tissue is recession, and there are a variety of reasons why this occurs.

Gum Disease

Many people develop gum disease at one point in their lives or another. In extreme cases, the underlying jawbone will begin to deteriorate and demineralize as a result of a localized inflammation. The best way to stop this from happening is to identify periodontal disease when it occurs so that you can get treatment sooner rather than later.

Genetics

Some people are simply born with a predisposition toward having a weakened jawbone and recessed gum tissue. When jawbone tissue is incredibly thin, the gums are at an increased risk of recession. Sometimes the jawbone tissue on the facial side of a person’s teeth is not there at all, and this can cause significant problems.

Bruxism

People grind their teeth for all sorts of reasons. Sometimes it is a result of experiencing high levels of stress while other times people suffering from sleep apnea will grind their teeth as they are asleep. Grinding teeth during sleep is particularly harmful because you may not even realize you are doing it until substantial damage has already occurred. A periodontist will be able to tell from a visit if you grind your teeth, and the necessary steps can be taken to prevent jawbone and gum deterioration.

Contact Us Right Away

Anyone who is concerned about experiencing gum recession in Oakland, CA should schedule an appointment to see Dr. Keith Chertok. Numerous treatments are available to deal with this issue, including gum grafting and the Pinhole Surgical Technique™. If you are ready to get your gums and teeth checked out, you can give our office a call at 510-548-0150.

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