Receding gums, also known as gingival recession, are when the gum tissue pulls away from the tooth, exposing the root surface of the tooth underneath. Receding gums make it easier for bacteria to ...

Medically reviewed by Brian T. Luong, DMDMedically reviewed by Brian T. Luong, DMD Receding gums, or gingival recession, is ...

Yet if left unchecked it could lead to receding gums and gum pockets, bone deterioration, and finally, tooth loss. In fact, periodontitis, the most severe form of gum disease, is the leading cause ...