[Concern] I feel like my gums are receding.

Gums are the area of the tooth near the neck.

Because it is sealed

Plaque and food debris on the root surface

Entering the lower tissue

It plays a protective role.

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Generally, when the gums recede

It is called gum recession.

Gums due to this phenomenon

When sitting down, the roots of the teeth

It becomes visible.

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Gum recession: Improper brushing techniques

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Brushing too hard or

If you brush a specific area repeatedly,

When brushing vigorously in a horizontal motion

There is.

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Brushing like this between the gums and teeth

The part of the tooth root that is located

Severe pain causes wounds to form.

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If you repeatedly brush your teeth incorrectly

Eventually, the symptoms worsened progressively.

Gum recession occurs.

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By the way, brushing with one toothbrush for a long time is also

Not good.

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Gum recession: tartar

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Tartar and plaque are not completely removed.

If not, it will continue to accumulate on the gums.

At this point, if bacteria enter, the gums will

It is inevitable that it will get worse.

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Moreover, remaining in the gaps between teeth

Food debris and bacteria meet, forming plaque.

It is generated, and when this flag accumulates

Due to calcification, resulting in gum recession.

It will continue.

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Gum recession: Lifestyle habits

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When the gums recede, there are four main causes.

In addition to causes, from lifestyle habits

There are also causes.

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In cases of severe teeth grinding during sleep,

In the case of consuming chewing tobacco,

An example of excessive use of toothpicks is the back.

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All of these habits contribute to gum recession.

Since it is something that triggers, if possible

It is good to try to improve.

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-Source: Wirye Top Dental Clinic-