How Can I Defend Against Gum Recession?

A person lifts their upper lip with a finger, showing their teeth and gums while smiling—a perfect moment for a Newton MA dentist to assess your dental health.

ELDERLY PEOPLE ARE not the only people at risk of gum recession, even though that idea is where the expression “long in the tooth” originated. Some people are unlucky enough to be genetically prone to gum recession, but there are several avoidable factors that contribute to gum recession (in kids as well as adults!). #1: Overbrushing Anyone brushing hard enough …

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