Why Are My Gums Receding? Your Dentist Answers

It’s summertime — and that means you’re probably enjoying cold treats like ice cream, popsicles, and big glasses of condensating lemonade. Or maybe you’re not. If you frequently feel like saying “ouch” in response to cold and hot stimuli, your gums may be to blame. Gum recession is common as we get older, as the healthy tissue disappears and leaves your sensitive tooth enamel and root exposed. Keep reading to find out why gum recession happens, and why it’s important to stop it, from your dentist in Sapulpa.

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