When positioned normally, the neck and root of the tooth are well covered by the gum, which is fairly dense and light in colour — a pinkish shade. But if the gum is observed to soften or shrink, doctors call this tissue death. As a result, the neck of the tooth becomes exposed, and in more severe cases the root is exposed. The likelihood of the tooth being eroded by caries then increases significantly, and sensitivity rises. But these are not the worst consequences — if qualified help is not sought in time, resorption begins: the bone tissue simply disappears before your eyes and the tooth loses its strength. First of all, you should consult the appropriate specialist to find out the true cause of the problem.
The most common cause of gum recession is excessive load on the dental row over a long period (for example, during brushing). Various inflammatory processes, caries and a bite defect also pose a danger.
Mucogingival surgery aims to fully restore the gum and give your tooth a second chance. If the problem is found near one tooth, there is a high chance the whole dental row is affected. A mild form of gum damage involves recession of 3 mm, a severe form 5 mm or more. In this case surgery makes it possible to do everything to move the soft tissues precisely to where the gum is most affected. The correct approach of qualified specialists makes it possible to achieve an excellent result in the shortest possible time. Full regeneration of the teeth and gums is ensured.