A survey of 2,000 adults, commissioned by Corsodyl to celebrate its 50th anniversary, found that nearly half rarely give a ...

A survey of 2,000 adults has found that many Brits are neglecting their gum health, with 45 percent of people saying they ...

A study of 2,000 adults found that 45% of Brits don't regularly think about their gum health, with four in 10 admitting they ...

Research found seven in 10 Brits don't know about a simple technique for keeping gums healthy - with four in 10 neglecting ...

A survey of 2,000 adults found that 45 percent rarely consider the health of their gums, leaving them at risk of serious ...

However, gum recession can have other causes, too. Perhaps surprisingly, one of the biggest culprits behind receding gums is actually overzealous brushing.

If the roots are exposed because the gums have begun receding, foods like tomatoes, citrus fruits, apples, vinegar, fruit juice and soft drinks can cause discomfort, plus contribute to tooth erosion.

MoMo Productions / Getty Images Why Receding Gums Don't Naturally Stop Receding Receding gums don't naturally stop receding because gum tissue does not regenerate. When the tissue is lost, you can't ...

Receding gums refer to when gums wear away or become pushed back, exposing the roots of the teeth. Receding gums become a health concern, leaving the teeth at risk of decay, infection, and loss.

A receding gumline may cause your gums to swell up or look red, and you might also feel some pain where your gums meet your teeth. If these symptoms sound familiar, read on to explore what you can do ...