Q.
My gums have receeded and my fang teeth (excuse the expression) both top and bottom look like chips have being taken out of them. I brush regulary and floss, although I do smoke but use a smokers tooth paste as well as a floride one but the areas around the base of the teeth where they have receeded are yellow and I can’t seem to get them any better. If I were to bleach them would this be ok? Also what is the treatment for what is happening with my teeth
My gums have receeded and my fang teeth (excuse the expression) both top and bottom look like chips have being taken out of them. I brush regulary and floss, although I do smoke but use a smokers tooth paste as well as a floride one but the areas around the base of the teeth where they have receeded are yellow and I can’t seem to get them any better. If I were to bleach them would this be ok? Also what is the treatment for what is happening with my teeth
A.
You may have a tendency to develop gum recession due to a disproportion between the sizes of teeth and jaws and/or having very thin gums. Aggressive brushing can trigger or aggravate the problem and can cause also abrasions (loss of tooth structure) that seems to be your case. The exposed roots do not have enamel and are more prone to become yellow or stained and smoking does not help. You brushing technique should be effective but not too vigorous. Bleaching your teeth is possible but there is a risk of increased sensitivity and there will be a relapse after a while. If you have abrasions and recessions they can be improved with cosmetic restorations and possibly with gum grafting. Discuss with your dentist the options suitable for you after assessment of your clinical situation.
You may have a tendency to develop gum recession due to a disproportion between the sizes of teeth and jaws and/or having very thin gums. Aggressive brushing can trigger or aggravate the problem and can cause also abrasions (loss of tooth structure) that seems to be your case. The exposed roots do not have enamel and are more prone to become yellow or stained and smoking does not help. You brushing technique should be effective but not too vigorous. Bleaching your teeth is possible but there is a risk of increased sensitivity and there will be a relapse after a while. If you have abrasions and recessions they can be improved with cosmetic restorations and possibly with gum grafting. Discuss with your dentist the options suitable for you after assessment of your clinical situation.
Dr Jose Zurdo
Mall Dental Care
Pall Mall, Manchester, M2 4DU
Web: www.malldental.com Tel: 0161 830 7300
