[Health Column] Is Gum Recession Caused by Braces? Find Out the Causes and Prevention Tips

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hello. Director Kim Hyeon-sun of Ceramic Dental Clinic no see.

 

Among those who undergo orthodontic treatment, Feeling like my gums are going down That's why many people worry about whether it's a side effect of orthodontic treatment.

 

today Gum recession Why does this happen and how? prevention Should I do it?

I will explain in detail its relationship with orthodontic treatment.

 

 

1. Why does gum recession occur?

 

Many people “Isn’t it because my gums are receding due to incorrect orthodontic treatment?” You may ask, but in fact, your gums may appear to go down temporarily as your teeth move during the orthodontic treatment.

 

However, these changes will usually recover naturally over time once the correction is complete.

 

Gum recession This is a condition in which the gums and alveolar bone actually decrease, exposing the tooth roots, and is a separate issue from orthodontic treatment.

 

So what are the main causes of gum recession?

 

as soon as Health of teeth and gums no see.

 

 

✔️Main causes of gum recession

- Excessive occlusal force
- Neglect of regular gum care
- Long-neglected tartar and plaque
- Bad brushing habits or excessive brushing pressure

 

 

 

These factors are repeated Burden on the gums By giving it gradually Regression phenomenon This is what appears.

 

Especially if periodontal disease is left untreated for a long time or there are many areas that are difficult to reach with a toothbrush, the gums may gradually recede without any external stimulation.

 

 

2. How can I prevent gum recession?

 

The most important thing to prevent gum recession is Daily oral care habits no see.

 

If you are undergoing correction How to brush your teeth This is more important.

 

Because the braces are attached to your teeth, you need to take more care of them than usual, and follow the instructions of your dentist. Proper brushing technique and use of auxiliary tools We must put this into practice.

 

especially Scaling It is effective not only in removing tartar but also in managing bacterial plaque that causes inflammation and preventing gum bone loss.

 

Even if you just take good care of your teeth like this, you can sufficiently prevent your gums from receding.

 

 

✔️ Prevent gum recession

- Remove plaque by brushing your teeth thoroughly
- Use interdental brushes and dental floss
- Perform regular scaling
- Improve the habit of clenching your teeth

 

 

 

3. Will orthodontic treatment make gum recession worse?

 

If you correct it Could it be that gum recession is getting worse? There are many people who are worried, In fact, the opposite is true.

 

It is very rare for gum recession to occur during orthodontic treatment, and even if it does occur, Most people recover naturally after correction.

 

Especially when teeth are aligned through orthodontic treatment Brushing your teeth becomes much easier, It also reduces food debris from getting stuck, which helps prevent gum disease in the long run.

 

 

✔️ What effects can you expect after correction?

- Easy to remove bacterial plaque between overlapping teeth
- Reduce blind spots when brushing your teeth
- Reduce food sticking → Prevent gum inflammation
- Evenly distributes force applied to teeth and gums

 

 

 

also Even without correction Gum recession can occur.

 

tooth Even in people who do not have orthodontic treatment, gum recession can occur due to underlying diseases, poor brushing habits, or excessive occlusal force.

 

Rather, if you correct your teeth through orthodontic treatment, this burden will be reduced and you can expect a preventive effect.

 

 

 

4. The most important habit for healthy gums: regular checkups.

 

The most surefire way to prevent gum recession is Visit the dentist regularly So Check your oral condition That's what I'm doing.

Even if you think you take good care of yourself, there are invisible stains inside your mouth. tartar Ina inflammation This may remain.

 

You can effectively prevent gum disease and recession by taking care of these areas through regular checkups and scaling.

 

 

✔️ Things to check during regular checkups

- Whether tartar or plaque has accumulated
- Whether the gums are inflamed or bleeding
- Excessive occlusal force
- Check your brushing habits and maintenance status

 

 

 

To protect my teeth and gums for a long time even in my busy daily life Minimal maintenance and regular checkups Please make sure to practice this, whether you are in the middle of correction or not. healthy gums Habits for this should be maintained for life.

 

We support your healthy smiles today as well.

 

 

 

Director Kim Hyeon-sun

Graduated from Seoul National University College of Dentistry
Catholic University College of Medicine, Department of Orthodontics, Visiting Professor
Orthodontic specialist (Ministry of Health and Welfare)
Orthodontics and Accreditation (Korean Orthodontic Association)
World Federation of Orthodontists (WFO) Fellowship
Associate Professor of Outpatient Clinic, CHA University Hospital

Director of Hyun Ceramic Dental Clinic

 

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