#. One day, Mr. Kim, an office worker, discovered a triangular-shaped hole in the gum space between his front teeth. The black holes between my white teeth were noticeable, and I felt stressed every time I spoke or smiled. An Internet search showed that the symptoms seemed similar to the black triangle symptoms that occur during orthodontic treatment, but Mr. Kim, who had no experience with orthodontic treatment, was worried that it might be a different disease or that it might become worse, so he visited the dentist and was told that it was ‘gum recession.’
Gum recession refers to a condition in which the gums fall below their existing height and the roots of the teeth are exposed. It is also called <a href="https://time.news/periodontitis-is-related-to-a-higher-danger-of-tooth-decay-well-being-and-wellbeing/” title=”Periodontitis is related to a higher danger of tooth decay – Well being and Wellbeing”>gingival recession. To put it simply, gum recession, which is a condition in which the gums recede, commonly occurs from the age of 40 or older due to aging, but can also occur in younger people depending on oral care.
If oral hygiene is poor, bacteria develop on the teeth and gums, leading to inflammation. In this process, the irritated gums recede, and if the inflammation extends to the alveolar bone, it progresses to periodontitis. Additionally, brushing your teeth strongly or using aggressive toothpaste can wear away the enamel around the gums, which can cause gum recession. Excessive use of dental floss or toothpicks can cause direct damage to the gums, so be careful.
In addition, ▲orthodontics ▲bruxism ▲partial dentures that do not fit the individual ▲smoking ▲vitamin C deficiency can be considered as causes.
Gum recession occurs slowly and may be discovered as an aesthetic problem without any significant symptoms. As the recession progresses, the tissue supporting the tooth decreases and the root of the tooth is exposed. It is discovered by feeling a cold or pain when brushing teeth or drinking cold water. When the gums recede, not only is it not aesthetically pleasing, as the space between teeth becomes larger and the teeth look longer, but food or plaque easily gets caught between the gums, which can lead to periodontal disease.
For mild gum recession, you should change to a mild toothpaste or soft-bristled toothbrush and brush your teeth properly to prevent tooth damage. If the tooth is deeply dented, treatment includes using resin to block the exposed area or applying fluoride if there are symptoms of coldness. If gum recession is severe, gum transplant surgery is performed at the discretion of the medical staff.
Daedong Hospital Dental Manager Jang Ji-hyun said, “Gum recession does not occur suddenly but progresses gradually, so you must check the condition of your teeth through regular oral checkups.” He added, “If gums that have begun to recede are left unattended, you may need to consider a surgery called gum transplantation.” “This situation can arise, so we recommend that you check the condition of your gums on a regular basis and visit a dentist immediately if you notice any abnormal symptoms,” he said.
To keep your gums healthy, be sure to carefully brush the surfaces of your teeth and the border between your teeth and gums using the correct brushing technique, and use an interdental brush or dental floss to care for the spaces between your teeth.
In particular, if you have many implants or prosthetics, be especially careful and visit the dentist at least once a year for a checkup, including scaling.
Jo Yoo-kyung, Donga.com reporter [email protected]
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