A member asked:

I had my gums grafted when i was 7 and i am now 28. they have receded. i am worried. i can not afford another surgery. can i help my gums grow back?

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Dr. Scott Bobbitt answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Gums don't grow back: Some recession is a normal part of aging process. Think of tooth eruption and recession as different views of the same thing (think: glass half empty/half full). If excessive (result of infection/ disease) you need to see a dentist. Keep them clean, don't smoke, see dentist 2x a year. Worry won't change outcomes.

Answered 9/17/2016

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Dr. Robert Devin answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Receded gums: You need a specialist, a periodontist, to check you out. Period. If something is important to your well being you can find the funds to fix it. You can do this .Be confident and you will succeed.

Answered 4/24/2015

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