what does receding gums mean
Gum recession is the process in which the margin of the tissue that surrounds the teeth wears away in a direction toward the the root, exposing more of the tooth over time. Receding gums may be one of the first signs of gum disease. When gum recession occurs, âpockets,â or gaps, form between the teeth and gum line, making it easy for disease-causing bacteria to build up. This is where lost teeth can become a real possibility if left untreated.