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Can a gum disease caused by dental crowns spread?

MiaC88Nov 2, 2016
My gums are red around my dental crowns. Firstly, the problem was only around the crowns, but now my inferior gums are also red and my teeth look longer. Can a gum disease caused by a problem with the crowns spread to the lower gum? I am really concerned and my dentist appointment is only next month. Thank you

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