Recession or Retention: Can Receding Gums Grow Back?

Did you know that nearly half, or about 47.2%, of adults who are 30+ years old have some form of gum disease? It’s easy to assume that you don’t have a problem if you haven’t noticed any visible symptoms, but unfortunately, that doesn’t mean you don’t have a periodontal problem. It usually starts quietly, so people aren’t aware that they’ve developed an issue until it has progressed, and they notice their gums receding.

It’s natural to have questions about your retracting gumline, like whether or not it will grow back. Continue reading to learn more about it!