Why do my gums recede?

ByBrian “Weence” Bateman

Causes include gum disease, aggressive tooth brushing, genetics, hormonal changes, tobacco use, bruxism, misaligned teeth, and oral piercings.

Causes include gum disease, aggressive tooth brushing, genetics, hormonal changes, tobacco use, bruxism, misaligned teeth, and oral piercings.

Brian “Weence” Bateman is a health and medical writer who covers public health updates, healthcare policy, and medical developments affecting communities across the United States. He works closely with dentists and healthcare providers and focuses on making complex medical information clear, accurate, and useful for everyday readers.