Gums Receding South Can Be Stopped or Prevented

Despite its seriousness, certain factors that have gums receding at an astonishing rate can be helped. Many do not stop to think about their actions or the issues that lead to gum loss, despite the fact that 1 in 3 adults over 30 already deals with the condition. Gum loss due to an illness or a hormonal event is, for the most part, something that cannot be prevented unless one has an effective way of never getting ill or going through any type of change. However, modifications in the habits of brushing, diet and the use of tobacco products can prevent, stop or at least slow down the effects of receding gums. Gum loss is a serious condition that can require extensive surgical treatments left unchecked. All opportunities to thwart the advancement of gum loss should be taken seriously and applied before it ever has a chance to set in.

One outside factor that can contribute to gums receding is, first and foremost, the sufferer's own toothbrush. Hard stiff bristles may feel like they do a good job of cleaning but in fact those stiff bristles just might be what is breaking down the gum tissue. This, and the brushing technique of scrubbing as hard as possible in a washboard fashion over teeth, is a well-known culprit that contributes to gum loss. The best bet is to dump the stiff bristles and find a brush with a smaller head and soft bristles. Then try this technique:

• Hold the brush at a 45 degree angle
• Move the brush in a circular motion
• Be firm but not harsh
• Move only the wrist when brushing, never the shoulder
• Use a good product, preferably a natural one such as OraMD®

Diet is another outside factor that can be modified when it comes to gums receding. Diet plays an essential role in life altogether; it should make no difference in this case. However, elements that have certain properties should be considered. Vitamin C has always been known to have an effect on dental health from the earliest of days. Essential to the development of connective tissues, it is found primarily in acidic fruits and vegetables, such as pineapple or tomatoes. This presents a quandary for those whose gums have receded greatly. Acidic foods can contribute to and increase sensitivity. Supplements are usually the answer in these cases. Otherwise, diets should be high in vitamin C or D, calcium and magnesium. Diets high in carbohydrates and refined sugars only increase the potential for the decay of exposed teeth.

Of all the outside factors, smoking (and the use of tobacco products) is the one of the few that can have gums receding without the presence of any periodontal disease. It is also a primer for periodontal disease, making the chance for plaque build-up more likely that so often ends with bleeding receding gums, as well as creating deep pockets between teeth where bacteria can hide and flourish. Smoking also blocks mineral absorption and results in bone loss in the jaw.