Gum Recession Due To Invisalign? (photo)

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I am on trays 14/24. Around tray 6, I noticed gum recession one tooth. My trays were trimmed. The gum doesn't appear to be getting worse but my dentist recommends I see a periodontist since I'm only halfway through & if lower teeth continue to move, the gum could strip all the way down? My ortho said we could watch it but now is saying just stop wearing the elastics since my overjet isn't too bad. Can the gum recede that fast if I continue elastics? Keep overjet, get graft or just watch & see?

Jay Neuhaus, DDS · Answer

From your photos, the recession appears to be caused by your frenum (the little muscle attachment right next to that tooth). A Periodontist can do a simple procedure called  frenectomy to release the pull from the frenum.

Jacqueline Demko, DDS, MSD · Answer

I agree with the Doctors below. It most definitely looks like your recession is caused by the frenum(muscle) attachment between the lip and the gum that tugs on the gum as your lip moves. I suggest finding a periodontist who can improve that for you. In the consultation they will explain the procedure and review cost. It is very simple.

	 

	That said, it has been noted that during Invisalign treatment people oral hygiene picks up and often they aren't aware of how hard they are brushing. Old can also be a factor.

Michael Firouzian, DDS · Answer

Based on your photograph, it seems that the recession is caused by the frenum attachment between the lip and the gum that tugs on the gum as your lip moves.  I suggest finding a dentist who can laser the attachment so it will re-attach lower and releases the pull on the gum.

Mark Kurchak, DDS · Answer

You may want to consult with your orthodontist to  have 3D imaging done of your lower anterior teeth to see if the roots are advancing out of the bone. This can cause gum recession rapidly. Also, you may have a frenum pull, which can cause recession. If so, you may want to look into a Wilkodontic technique treatment to help resolve this issue during your invisalign treatment.

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