July 10, 2017

July 16th is National Ice Cream Day, but you may have trouble celebrating properly if you have gum recession. When the gums recede, they can cause increased tooth sensitivity due to the roots being exposed. This can make it more difficult to enjoy cold foods like ice cream and can also increase the speed of oral decay. To prevent this from happening and to continue enjoying your favorite foods, we recommend you receive prompt treatment for gum recession in St. Augustine, FL. Here are three signs you should schedule your appointment with an experienced prosthodontist today.

  1. Swollen, Bleeding Gums

Gum disease is one of the primary causes of gum recession, and it exhibits symptoms like swollen, bleeding and tender gums. If your gum recession is due to periodontal disease, it is important to treat the underlying condition before you receive treatment for your recession.

  1. Lengthening Teeth

If your teeth appear to be getting longer over time, your gums are most likely receding. You may also notice gaps between the upper portions of the teeth that didn’t used to be there. These gaps become visible as the gums recede and expose the narrower tooth roots.

  1. Discomfort

Gum recession can cause a great deal of discomfort, depending on how severe it is. As recession develops, you will most likely notice a sensitivity to hot and cold and will probably have a difficult time enjoying certain foods. As recession continues, it can cause the teeth to loosen and could eventually lead to the loss of one or more teeth.

Understand Your Treatment Options

Dr. Stephen Strout offers gum grafting services as well as laser gum therapy to treat the underlying condition that is causing recession of the gum tissue. To schedule your appointment with the skilled prosthodontist in St. Augustine, FL, call Advanced 10Periodontics and Implant Surgery today.

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