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What can a dentist do for pain on gums that has receded above a crown?

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Receding gums: When a patient has pain due to gum recessions, i recommend a toothpaste for sensitive teeth and Fluoride rinses. There are procedures that can be done in the dental office to desensitize these areas. Check with your dentist.

Answered 6/25/2014

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See a periodontist: You may need a gum graft to restore to restore your gingival gum tissue.

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