How to treat gingival recession?

The gums are a layer of tissue located at the roots of the teeth. They are mainly composed of mucous membranes and various nerves. Therefore, the gums are a relatively sensitive area and can easily react strongly to various stimuli. For example, eating overly sour foods will make the gums feel sour and numb. The gums are also a high-incidence area for diseases. For example, gum atrophy is a common symptom. Let’s take a look at how to treat gum atrophy.

Vertical brush method

Just place the tip of the toothbrush bristles at the junction of the gums and the crowns, apply a little pressure along the direction of the teeth, brush downwards when brushing the upper teeth, and brush upwards when brushing the lower teeth, brushing the inside and outside of the teeth and the occlusal surface. Brush the same area repeatedly. This method can effectively remove plaque and soft scale, and can stimulate the gums to keep the gums in normal shape.

Vibration method: refers to brushing your teeth with the bristles at a 45-degree angle to the teeth, so that part of the bristles enters the gap between the gums and the tooth surface, and the other part extends into the gap between the teeth, vibrating back and forth for a short distance. When brushing the occlusal surface, the bristles should be placed flat on the tooth surface and vibrated back and forth over a short distance. You can brush 2-3 teeth in each area. Brush both the inside and outside of your teeth. Although this method is also horizontal brushing, it is a short-distance horizontal brushing, basically making horizontal vibrations in the original position. Compared with large-scale horizontal brushing, it will not damage the neck of the teeth and is not easy to damage the gums.

Physiological brushing method

It means that the tip of the toothbrush bristles contacts the tooth surface, and then brushes gently towards the gums. This method has a slight stimulating effect on the gums, just like food passing through them, thus promoting blood circulation in the gums and helping to keep the periodontal tissues healthy.

In short, brush your teeth gently, don't use too much force, but repeat it many times. Every surface of the teeth should be brushed, especially the molars at the back, and the toothbrush should be inserted into them for brushing. If the previous methods are combined, the effect will be better. Every time after brushing your teeth, if you are not sure, you can look in the mirror to see if it is clean. Only by taking it seriously can you ensure the effectiveness of brushing your teeth.