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Star Dental (408) 247-3740
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      • About Our Practice
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      • Dental Implants
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      • Dental Veneers and Dental Laminates
      • Dentures and Partial Dentures
      • Emergency Dentist
      • Kid Friendly Dentist
      • Laser Dentistry
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      • Root Canal Treatment
      • Routine Dental Care
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980 El Camino Real Ste 250
Santa Clara, CA 95050

Hours

Monday: 8:00AM to 6:00PM
Tuesday: 8:00AM to 6:00PM
Wednesday: 8:00AM to 6:00PM
Thursday: 8:00AM to 6:00PM
Friday: 8:00AM to 6:00PM
Saturday: By Appointment Only
Sunday: Closed
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    I Think My Gums Are Receding Santa Clara, CA

    I Think My Gums Are Receding

    At Star Dental, we are focused on the health of our patients’ gums just as much as we are focused on their teeth. This is because we understand the critical nature of the gums and the role they play in keeping teeth healthy, strong, and intact. Through regular dental care, we can work to prevent gum disease, and very often, this is the solution. However, if you do notice that your gums have begun to recede, you should call (408) 247-3740 and schedule an appointment with our Santa Clara, CA dental office. Since gum recession can lead to further health challenges, it is important to address the issue right away.

    Why are gums receding from my teeth?
    There could be several reasons for this, and some of them may have to do with your lifestyle. For example, it is important to brush and floss your teeth at least twice a day. However, if you use a hard toothbrush or brush too aggressively, you could actually be irritating your gums and causing them to recede. This is why we recommend that you use a soft or electronic toothbrush whenever possible. You want to make sure you are gentle when brushing near your gums, regardless of what you are using.

    Your gums can also recede due to gum disease. This is actually the most common reason for the condition. At Star Dental, we have found that gum disease can impact patients of all ages, and when it does, it is critical that you come in for a dental cleaning and treatment. Otherwise, you can begin to see the gums recede or pull away from the teeth. The cause is plaque that has become trapped in between teeth and the gums. Since you cannot clean this area, it remains in place, turns into tartar, and irritates your gums to the point that they swell, bleed, become irritated, and eventually recede.

    Genetics can also give you receding gums, so if your parents had this problem, you may as well.
    If your teeth are crooked and your bite is out of alignment, additional strain could be placed on some of your teeth. As a result of abnormal wear patterns, your gums could begin to suffer and eventually recede.

    Why are my gums receding only on one side?
    If your gums are only receding on one side, it could be simply because plaque just happens to have built up in this area of the mouth. Plaque does not discriminate, but there is a chance that you could have brushed or flossed better on one side of your mouth, or it could be a simple fluke that plaque became trapped in one area but not the other. Another plausible solution is that this mirrors general wear patterns, and if your teeth are crooked and your bite is off, your gum health is also being impacted disproportionally.

    Check out what others are saying about our oral health support services on Yelp: I Think My Gums Are Receding Santa Clara.

    Why are my gums receding on one tooth only?
    While this could be related to the other causes listed above, it is most likely to do some type of dental trauma. Perhaps this particular area of the mouth was cut or suffered a severe abrasion. Whether the injury was caused by eating something sharp, your nail scratched it, or an outside force cut you, gums can sometimes have difficultly healing and may recede as a result of that injury.

    Should I worry about receding gums? Are they really a sign of trouble?
    Yes, you should. At Star Dental, we encourage all our Santa Clara, CA patients to pay attention to their gum health and call us right away if they see their gums bleeding, swelling, or receding. We want to examine you immediately in order to determine if you have gum disease and then to treat it. You are best served by receiving immediate care because this gives us the opportunity to treat the problem using less invasive methods. For example, you may only need a deep cleaning if you come in right away or perhaps you will need an antibiotic treatment as well, but by coming in early, you give your gums the best chance for restoration without the need for a gum graft. Otherwise, if you delay, they could recede to the point that the health of your teeth, your jawbone, and your entire smile are at risk. After all, the majority of people who lose an adult tooth also had gum disease at the time. Preventing and treating it is truly one of the best things you can do for your oral health.

    How do you prevent gum recession?
    The best way to prevent gum recession is to visit our 95050 dental office for a teeth cleaning twice per year. We can remove the plaque and tartar that has built up over time in order to give your teeth a fresh clean feel while also reducing the likelihood that plaque or tartar will build up. Additionally, you can begin to use a soft toothbrush and monitor how aggressively you brush your teeth.

    Is there a way to treat the condition?
    Yes, if you are suffering gum recession due to gum disease, we must remove the disease. Generally, this requires us to perform a deep cleaning procedure in order to remove the plaque and tartar from the area in between the teeth and the gums. Once done, your gums can begin to heal and rejuvenate. There are also some laser procedures used by Dr. Verginia Tchaga in the 95050 area that help stimulate the gum tissue so it can begin to grow again. Otherwise, if the recession is really bad, you will need a gum graft to restore the tissue around the teeth as a protective measure.

    What are the risks of not treating it?
    Very simply, you could lose your teeth. Gum recession is typically caused by gum disease. The idea of not treating it is an incredibly risky option because it means that in addition to experiencing uncomfortable teeth and gums, you are also likely to suffer from bone and tooth loss.

    To learn more about gum recession and how to treat it, call our dental office at (408) 247-3740.

    Helpful Related Links

    • American Dental Association (ADA). Glossary of Dental Terms. 2015
    • American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry® (AACD). Home Page. 2015
    • WebMD. WebMD’s Oral Care Guide. 2015

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