Oral Health

Receding gums expose the sensitive tooth root and do not grow back. We explain every cause of gum recession — brushing too hard, gum disease, grinding, genetics, smoking and age — and how to stop it getting worse.

Receded gum tissue does not grow back - no toothpaste, mouthwash, oil pull or supplement regrows it, no matter what the internet claims. What can honestly be done is stop the recession getting worse, manage the exposed-root sensitivity, and where clinically indicated, have a periodontist surgically cover the root with a gum graft.