Educating children on the subject of gum disorders and gum recession has to be started in very early childhood. The techniques and concepts that the child receives early will have time to get absorbed by their subconscious, turning with time into their conscious understanding.

Definition – Receding gums is a term that is commonly used among physicians when they talk about a loss of mucous tissue over the gums or alveolar bone. The problem that this process causes is a pronounced exposure of the roots of the teeth.

Common causes – This condition is extremely common for middle-aged people of both sexes. However, this process may start as early as in the teens. One of the largest causes of receded gums is aggressive tooth-brushing, which leads to corrosion of the enamel at the gum-line. Bacterial build-up, which arises from irregular or otherwise improper oral care, can lead to the breakdown of bone and enamel. Periodontal diseases, including edentulism and gingivitis may often also become the cause of a recession.

Signs – Signs of a receding gum line may often include pain, discomfort and irritation, exposed roots of the teeth, cavities that are located below the gums, as well as tooth sensitivity.

Treatments – Preventing this problem is always a great way to proceed, especially since there’s no good cure that would be able to fix this problem (with the exception of a quite intrusive periodontal surgery). Practicing proper dental hygiene and techniques will significantly reduce the chances of the actual development of this condition.

Natural Treatments – Natural remedies are generally the first choice due to their effectiveness and affordable costs, as well as due to their harmless natural ingredients. Sage herb is considered to be a wonderful natural way for gently tightening the gums while also allowing relief to the pain. You can make a homemade mouthwash the following way: add sage to a glass of boiling water and leave it stand for several minutes, strain and start rinsing your mouth at least twice per day with this solution. Another excellent natural ingredient is tea tree oil, due to its anti-microbial and anti-bacterial properties, which would help to prevent the build-up of bacteria. You can use the tea tree oil solution the same way as the sage herb solution – add 2-3 drops of tea tree oil to warm water, and you have your solution ready.

Medical advice – It’s very important to seek medical advice before initiating any kind of treatment against receding gums, especially if you are noticing the symptoms of this disorder. Your dentist will perform a proper diagnosis, and will prescribe you a suitable treatment.

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