Question 1

Retainers caused severe gum recession on eye teeth?

Accepted Answer

Retainers make gums more susceptible to inflammation cus they hold bacteria & food right against the gumline.Makes flossing impossible increasing risk of gum recession.Be sure to use a soft toothbrush w gentle circular motion and floss gently to prevent gum recession.See your dentist for cleaning by a dental hygienist.

Question 2

I wear retainers every night and have gum recession. should i use a proxy brush every night? i always rinse each it before i apply to each tooth

Accepted Answer

You should brush your teeth at least three times a day or after every meal, and use proxy brush and floss prior to cleaning in the evening.

Question 3

I see gaps between my lower teeth (fixed retainer) after the dentist cleans it up. could this be a case of receding gums? if so, can it be healed?

Accepted Answer

Most  likely the permanent retainer was covered in calculus and now you are feeling spacing when it was cleaned. It terms of long term-speak with your dentist and hygienist and speak with your orthodontist about having the permanent retainer, which is a plaque trap if not meticulously cleaned, removed.

Question 4

A few adults maybe have one missing natural tooth. can bruxism, in the lack of periodontal disease, cause severe gum recession?

Accepted Answer

Missing teeth potentiate a sequale of pathology, from drifting and super-erupting teeth, to TMJ, abfraction and recession. Unless we are talking about wisdom teeth (3rd molars), all teeth that are extracted need to be replaced with some form of prosthetic.  These can be implants, bridges, partials, or full dentures.  Talk to you DMD about your concerns further.  Teeth are a delicate balance.

Question 5

If i have moderate-to-severe dental gum recession (bottom front teeth) i probably have moderate bone loss, as well?

Accepted Answer

That  can best be determined by a periodontist.  However, this is probably the case as you had a significant periodontal procedure (s;c) and lanap performed.  Lanap is performed when there is bacterial invasion of both the periodontal/gingival tissues and the bone.  The purpose the of lanap/ scaling/root planning is to remove these bacteria to allow easier access for cleaning and proper home care.

Question 6

Can drinking soda after using teeth whitening products cause gum recession? i drink soda right after i use it or sometimes a hour later

Accepted Answer

Not likely. However, you can set yourself up for some serious decay, as the soda has phosphoric acid in it which will demineralize the tooth and if there is sugar, you will be ripe for decay. Many sodas also have citric acid which will make it even worse. Drink water. Good Luck.

Question 7

Can drinking soda after using teeth whitening products cause gum recession?
i used 4 boxes where 2 of the boxes say to use once per year.

Accepted Answer

Soda should not cause gum recession. But overzealous use of the whitening gel could. By not following the stated directions you my have caused irreversible damage. Please see a local dentist for evaluation... recession can also result from brushing too hard or grinding. Exposed roots may be sensitive or decay faster than enamel covered surfaces.

Question 8

Can a dentist cause you to get gum recession with a teeth cleaning or using too much force on teeth or gums in a teeth cleaning? or use something else

Accepted Answer

The dentist or hygienist removes the hardened material, calculus that attaches to the teeth, above and below the gums. After the removal of the calculus, if it was extensive, you may feel spacing.  If you feel that recession is evident, a consultation with a periodontist may be needed.  See your dentist, for your specific scenerio to be addressed.

Question 9

Does flossing more than 1x a day bad for your teeth? does it cause gum recession if you floss hard enough?

Accepted Answer

Ask your dentist and or hygienist to show you the correct flossing technique. I would suggest using a dental floss such as Glide because it does not fray readily.

Question 10

How often do you floss before you cause gum recession to your teeth? i floss twice or more between each tooth for 5 years. i think it may cause it

Accepted Answer

Flossing twice a day prevents gum disease and gum recession and does not caue it.Brushing too hard can caus gum recession along with other causes

Retainers caused severe gum recession on eye teeth