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Question:
Growing Gum Tissue: I want to grow back my gums.
I smoked for five years and decided not brushing my teeth, drinking and smoking was probably never a good idea and I stopped.
I've been eating well, flossing for thirty minute sessions once or twice daily, and brushing (softly) all the time. This was of course after three thousand dollars of dental work that was five years in the making.
Everything seems to be doing better but the gums. Any information - advice - resources on whatever treatment you can offer would be appreciated .... Visitor from SC
Answer:
Providing a definitive answer to your question is difficult at best.
There are too many variables. Each patient has a different set of circumstances that may or may not allow gums to grow back. Unfortunately we cannot just plant "gum seeds" and grow gums back.
You will need to consult your dentist and possibly a specialist. You also have to decide how important it really is to you because treatments can be costly. You may need the care or you may be fine as you are. Ask your dentist if from a health prospective if you need treatment.
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