If your gums are receding, you may be wondering how it will affect the look of your smile, if there’s a way to grow back the gum (or gingiva) you’ve lost, and what could be causing it. Unfortunately, gums can’t grow back, but there are some things you can do to make your smile better after a gum recession. A

Every day, you should brush your teeth twice and floss as required to maintain your mouth and gums in tip-top shape. You may wonder what’s going on in your mouth if your gums start bleeding when you brush them. If you don’t floss regularly, your gums may bleed when you do. When brushing or flossing, you may notice that your