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Sometimes retreatment can fix the problem, but other times you may need surgery to save the tooth. The most common procedure is an apicoectomy, or root-end resection. It relieves the inflammation or infection in the bony area around the end of your tooth. In this procedure, the gum tissue...
usually an hour or so after surgery, you can remove the gauze. Replace the gauze if your wounds are still oozing small amounts of blood which is normal. But call your dentist or surgeon if the bleeding is
Other risk factors for gum recession include an aggressive or improper brushing technique, extreme force put on your teeth from grinding or clenching, and the unusual pressure brought on by misaligned teeth. Also, keep in mind that tongue and lip piercings can rub and irritate your gums, wearing...