my teeth are very sensitive and gums appeared to be shrunk what can i do?
Q. Last year during a routine check up, my dentist told me my gums are not attached to my teeth correctly. Recently my teeth have become very sensitive and little gaps have appeared at the top of my gums as if they have shrunk. What can I do? I am so scared I will lose my teeth. I don’t want to smile at the moment and am very self-conscious.
A. It sounds as though you have some pocketing around your teeth. The treatment I would advise is an extensive hygienist visit and improving your oral home care routine.
The hygienist may possible do some pocketcharting (to determine how big the pockets are), show you some good brushing techniques and demonstrate flossing and cleaning inbetween your teeth.
The problem needs to be addressed now- if left any longer, then the teeth may start to loosen.
Hope this has been useful.
The hygienist may possible do some pocketcharting (to determine how big the pockets are), show you some good brushing techniques and demonstrate flossing and cleaning inbetween your teeth.
The problem needs to be addressed now- if left any longer, then the teeth may start to loosen.
Hope this has been useful.
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