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Gum pain upper front teeth
Upper one teeth front gum has receded it was like this for 6 months when no pain occurred now suddenly gum pain has started.i use hexigel ointment also there is no plaque formation.how to resolve this?will receded gum grow back
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It is nothing" Cervical attrition" Medical terminology means enamel around that area is teared off and the second layer of teeth that is dentin is got exposed , which will gives you sensitivity while drinking hot and cold beverages , it is due to bad brushing technique .
Also i can see some stain on affected area .
Visit to your dentist for Treatment.
1st He / She will remove that stain with Ultrasonic tip under Local anesthesia followed by Cavity and Composite filling .
2nd Ask your dentist for proper brushing technique
Use ultra soft tooth brush to avoid any tooth to get tear off ..
Next Steps
Visit to your dentist for Treatment .
Health Tips
Avoid hot and cold Beverages
use ultra soft tooth brush and sensitivity tooth paste with correct brushing technique.
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Hello dear
Hope I can lessen your discomfort
This is gingival recession that needs to be treated properly.etiology is rigorous tooth brushing.
Than pain is due to root exposure
I suggest you to follow proper brushing technique in atraumatic view
Next Steps
you need to stimulate gingiva by hand massage atleast twice day
Health Tips
perform brushing technique is a non traumatic way.in case of confusion you can ask me
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Follow correct brushing technique.
And use soft bristled brush.
Quit habits completely, get a scaling done and wait for 6 months.
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Is there any swelling please tell?
As for now brush slowly , harsh brushing for long can result in this.
Go for a scaling and root planing this will deep clean your teeth it will help
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get an X-ray done of that area
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