How do you fix receding gums?
492433
my dental hygienist told me that once the gums recede, you can't correct the problem, only prevent further receeding.  My problem is that I grind my teeth.  I now have a guard that keeps my teeth separated while I sleep.  Talk to your dentist or dental hygienist, they should know how to help.
980258
Go back to the dentist and have him/her to remove that!
303254
try goiing to a dentist
262775
Have her swish several times a day with warm salt water.  It has a natural healing affect on the gums and surronding tissues.  Use 1 teaspoon of salt to 8 ounces of warm water.
1005397
Receding gums is/are like a receding hair loss.  It occurs in waves. There are periods were loss is minimal and then all of a sudden you'll loose more in a given time frame. \n\nIn some cases a braces can really help control one the factors that contribute to gum recession; Cleansability.  One of the problems with misaligned teeth is that it creates hard to brush profiles, where some teeth stick out and get  brushed more and others brushed less.  By having your teeth straightened it can actually make it easier for you to maintain your gums at their current state.  Make sure you discuss this with your orthodontist, he will move your teeth slower because of the pre-existing bone loss.
621236
There's sometimes a natural small space in the back of your mouth. It normally goes away pretty soon. Retainers (unless they're specially made) won't do anything.
1086316
Go see a dentist ASAP... if they're loose, you're going to lose them.
198277
Of course the best thing to do is see your dentist about the problem.  For temporary relief of the pain take 800 mg of Ibuprofen which is prescription strength.  It has an anti-inflammatory in it so it is going to work better than Tylenol or aspirin.  If your gums are sore, you can rinse several times a day with warm salt water.  Use 1 teaspoon of salt to 8 ounces of water.
973483
There may be something seriously wrong with the teeth in that area --please see a dentist!\n\nIn the meantime, you could try using some warm, salty water to swish around in your mouth to help ease the pain; there's also gels that you can find in a drugstore, that are used for babies when they are teething, to help relieve gum pain.
171748
Braces hurt like heck! Take Tylonal or another pain killer, then chew gum while the medicine is in effect. You can also massage you gums by rubbing your cheeks/jaw with your fingertips in a gentle motion. Wax actually helps the wires from not poking your gum, but it doesn't help with the pain.
545306
It can take 6 months or even longer for the gums & bone to heal completley. Good luck
763694
go to your dentist or orthodontist and ask her what is going on. it might be nothing but is might just be something small that is a quick fix
30062
Your gums are probably bleeding due to not flossing/brushing as much as needed....try flossing at least once a day at first, and work your way up to at least twice a day! When you first start flossing, be very gentle(get a waxed brand of floss), and a good technique is to pull the floss in between each tooth in a "C" shape to avoid hurting the gum tissue. If this does not cure the bleeding in about two weeks, I would go to a dentist...you could have a serious condition! Hope this helps!
94886
Probably you are like me in that genetically you have thin gum tissue. \n\nThe best solution is to use only a sulcus toothbrush to clean the gumline and a regular soft toothbrush on the teeth only.\n\nYour cut gum tissue should heal gradually within a week. If you need help to control bleeding or soreness, I recommend having your dentist or peridontist prescribe Peridex (chlorhexidine gluconate). If the tissue, does not heal as expected, see a periodontist. Peridontists are much more competent than dentists concerning the gums.
263103
It might not be your teeth that's giving you problems, it could be your gums. If you're really concerned, see a dentist. It'll be worth your while to make sure you take adequate care of your teeth.\n\nIn any case, be sure to brush your teeth regularly (especially before you sleep!), floss the crevices in between to get rid of bits of stuck food, and rinse with mouthwash to get rid of residual plaque.\n\nTo brush effectively, you need to angle your toothbrush to a 45 degree angle against the your tooth and massage lightly (with finger pressure only - don't press with your entire arm) in circles around the tooth. Brush two teeth at a go, and make 10-20 circles per pair. It'll take a while, alternatively use an electric toothbrush.\n\nWhen you first floss, you might experience some bleeding, but it'll eventually get less and less as your gums get more healthy.\n\nFinally, back to your teeth - drink milk, eat green leafy vegetables and get some sunshine now and then. Your teeth are made of calcium so anything with calcium will give you strong teeth (and bones).
773984
to straighten out your bite after the bottom teeth are re aligned
960542
UNFORTUNATELY, THERE IS NO WAY TO GET THE ENAMEL TO 'COME BACK'. THE ONLY THING TO DO IS TO REPLACE WHAT HAS BEEN LOST. DEPENDING ON YOUR PARTICULAR SITUATION FILLINGS OR MORE PERMANENT RESTORATIONS LIKE CROWNS OR PARTIAL DENTURES OF VARIOUS TYPES AND COSTS ARE AVAILABLE. \nDEFINITELY, HAVE SOME TEETH IN THE BACK TO CHEW WITH. IT';S VERY DAMAGING TO TRY TO DO THIS WITH THE FRONT TEETH, WHICH WERE INTENDED TO CUT APPLES, HOT DOGS, LETTUCE, ETC., NOT GRIND FOODS LIKE THE BACK TEETH.