{"id":81,"date":"2017-08-19T22:05:37","date_gmt":"2017-08-19T22:05:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.worcesterdentalimplants.com\/blog\/?p=81"},"modified":"2017-09-19T22:18:14","modified_gmt":"2017-09-19T22:18:14","slug":"periodontist-worcester-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worcesterdentalimplants.com\/blog\/periodontist-worcester-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Periodontist in Worcester Discusses Gum Grafting"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"LetWhen you notice your smile in the mirror or in a photograph, do you see teeth that are well sized or do they seem to be looking too long? Have those same teeth become sensitive to hot and cold temperatures of different foods and beverages? The problem may be that you have gum recession, which can expose the sensitive roots of your teeth. With gum grafting, your periodontist in Worcester builds up your natural looking gum line in order to cover exposed roots and create an attractive smile. Read on to learn more about receding gums and the gum graft procedure<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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What Causes Gums to Recede?<\/h2>\n

Periodontal, or gum, disease is the leading cause of receding gums. The initial phase of gum disease\u2014gingivitis\u2014is marked by red and swollen gums that may bleed when you brush or floss your teeth. Left untreated, gingivitis gives way to periodontitis, the second and more serious phase that can lead to gum recession. As the bacteria that cause gum disease become more and more destructive, gums begin to pull away from your teeth, causing gum recession and that toothy grin.<\/p>\n

A few more reasons for receding gums include:<\/p>\n