Dental question about taxonomy:condition:receding-gums

Receding gums mean the gum margin has moved toward the root, exposing more tooth and sometimes causing sensitivity or a visibly longer tooth.

The exposed root has cementum and dentin rather than protective enamel. Causes include gum inflammation, traumatic brushing, thin gum tissue, tooth position, and clenching forces.

Use a soft brush with gentle pressure, clean between teeth daily, and avoid scrubbing horizontally at the gumline. A dentist can measure pocket depth, identify the cause, and treat inflammation.

Arrange care for bleeding, pus, loose teeth, rapid change, root sensitivity, or pain. Early assessment helps distinguish recession from gum swelling that has simply gone down.

Ask whether the recession is active, how much supporting bone remains, and whether cleaning changes, desensitizing treatment, bite care, or gum grafting is appropriate.