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2. Gum disease: causes, risks, prevention and when to see your ...

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   The prevalence of gum disease is concerning as gingivitis and periodontitis can have serious consequences for your overall health. According to family dentist Kristy Gretzula, DMD, gum disease may ...

3. Cracked tooth syndrome - Wikipedia

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   Cracked tooth syndrome could be considered a type of dental trauma and also one of the possible causes of dental pain.One definition of cracked tooth syndrome is "a fracture plane of unknown depth and direction passing through tooth structure that, if not already involving, may progress to communicate with the pulp and/or periodontal ligament."

4. Gingival recession - Wikipedia

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   Gingival recession. Gingival recession, also known as gum recession and receding gums, is the exposure in the roots of the teeth caused by a loss of gum tissue and/or retraction of the gingival margin from the crown of the teeth. [1] Gum recession is a common problem in adults over the age of 40, but it may also occur starting in adolescence ...

5. Periodontal disease - Wikipedia

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   Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is a set of inflammatory conditions affecting the tissues surrounding the teeth. [ 5 ] In its early stage, called gingivitis, the gums become swollen and red and may bleed. [ 5 ] It is considered the main cause of tooth loss for adults worldwide. [ 7 ][ 8 ] In its more serious form, called ...

6. Abfraction - Wikipedia

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   Definition. Abfraction is a form of non-carious tooth tissue loss that occurs along the gingival margin. [2] In other words, abfraction is a mechanical loss of tooth structure that is not caused by tooth decay, located along the gum line. There is theoretical evidence to support the concept of abfraction, but little experimental evidence exists.

7. The One Super-Common Brushing Habit a Dentist Is ... - AOL

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   According to Dr. Rawdin, the number one mistake people make when brushing their teeth is brushing too hard, especially along the gum line. “If you brush too hard, it can actually wear away the ...