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Noble Dental Care
1980 E Baseline Rd STE 101, Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 820-3515
info.nobledds@gmail.com
GUMLINE
CAVITY:
WHAT IS IT?
When a tooth's root contacts
the gum line, a cavity known
as a gumline cavity or root
cavity can form.
Since these cavities typically
develop below the gum line,
they are not easy to see
until they cause serious pain
or damage, which further
complicates matters.
WHAT IS A
GUMLINE
CAVITY?
As opposed to conventional
cavities, which develop on
the tooth's enamel, gumline
cavities reach the root area,
which is less covered by
enamel and hence more
prone to decay.
If not treated quickly, these
cavities—which manifest
as softer, decaying areas—
can cause severe pain and
damage to the tooth.
CAUSES OF
GUMLINE
CAVITIES
SEVERAL THINGS
CAN LEAD TO
GUMLINE CAVITIES:
The accumulation
of plaque along the
gum line causes
acid erosion of the
tooth structure.
1
When the gums
recede, the root
becomes exposed,
increasing the
likelihood of decay
in that area.
2
Inadequate brushing
and flossing, along
with other forms of
poor oral hygiene,
leave food and plaque
unbrushed, making the
teeth more vulnerable
to cavities.
3
A sugary or acidic diet,
along with dry mouth,
raises the risk of gumline
cavities by increasing
plaque and weakening
enamel repair.
4
CAN YOU FIX
A CAVITY
AT THE
GUM LINE?
The successful treatment
of gumline cavities
is possible with early
detection and treatment.
To assess the level of decay,
a dentist will look inside the
cavity, which may involve
the use of X-rays.
To fix a tooth that has decay,
the dentist will remove the
affected area and then fill
the hole with dental amalgam
or composite resin.
It is critical to address any
underlying concerns, such as
gum recession, to prevent
future cavities.
The continued health of the
treated area and the
detection of any new
problems require regular
follow-up visits.
HOW TO
PREVENT
GUMLINE
CAVITIES
To avoid gumline cavities,
it's important to practice
good oral hygiene and deal
with the underlying causes.
Brushing your teeth with
fluoride toothpaste twice
a day will help remove
plaque and food particles
from your teeth.
For optimal oral hygiene,
many dentists recommend
using an interdental brush
and flossing daily to clean
in between teeth and
under the gum line.
Regular dental cleanings
by a dentist can help
eliminate tartar that
regular brushing cannot.
Because of their location
and the conditions that
lead to their development,
gumline cavities are
a major dental problem.
Good preventative
practices, such as brushing
your teeth twice a day and
seeing your dentist regularly,
can help keep gumline
cavities under control.
(480) 820-3515
1980 E Baseline Rd STE 101, Tempe,
AZ 85283
NOBLE DENTAL CARE
info.nobledds@gmail.com
nobledentalcare.com
CAVITY:
WHAT IS IT?
When a tooth's root contacts
the gum line, a cavity known
as a gumline cavity or root
cavity can form.
Since these cavities typically
develop below the gum line,
they are not easy to see
until they cause serious pain
or damage, which further
complicates matters.
WHAT IS A
GUMLINE
CAVITY?
As opposed to conventional
cavities, which develop on
the tooth's enamel, gumline
cavities reach the root area,
which is less covered by
enamel and hence more
prone to decay.
If not treated quickly, these
cavities—which manifest
as softer, decaying areas—
can cause severe pain and
damage to the tooth.
CAUSES OF
GUMLINE
CAVITIES
SEVERAL THINGS
CAN LEAD TO
GUMLINE CAVITIES:
The accumulation
of plaque along the
gum line causes
acid erosion of the
tooth structure.
1
When the gums
recede, the root
becomes exposed,
increasing the
likelihood of decay
in that area.
2
Inadequate brushing
and flossing, along
with other forms of
poor oral hygiene,
leave food and plaque
unbrushed, making the
teeth more vulnerable
to cavities.
3
A sugary or acidic diet,
along with dry mouth,
raises the risk of gumline
cavities by increasing
plaque and weakening
enamel repair.
4
CAN YOU FIX
A CAVITY
AT THE
GUM LINE?
The successful treatment
of gumline cavities
is possible with early
detection and treatment.
To assess the level of decay,
a dentist will look inside the
cavity, which may involve
the use of X-rays.
To fix a tooth that has decay,
the dentist will remove the
affected area and then fill
the hole with dental amalgam
or composite resin.
It is critical to address any
underlying concerns, such as
gum recession, to prevent
future cavities.
The continued health of the
treated area and the
detection of any new
problems require regular
follow-up visits.
HOW TO
PREVENT
GUMLINE
CAVITIES
To avoid gumline cavities,
it's important to practice
good oral hygiene and deal
with the underlying causes.
Brushing your teeth with
fluoride toothpaste twice
a day will help remove
plaque and food particles
from your teeth.
For optimal oral hygiene,
many dentists recommend
using an interdental brush
and flossing daily to clean
in between teeth and
under the gum line.
Regular dental cleanings
by a dentist can help
eliminate tartar that
regular brushing cannot.
Because of their location
and the conditions that
lead to their development,
gumline cavities are
a major dental problem.
Good preventative
practices, such as brushing
your teeth twice a day and
seeing your dentist regularly,
can help keep gumline
cavities under control.
(480) 820-3515
1980 E Baseline Rd STE 101, Tempe,
AZ 85283
NOBLE DENTAL CARE
info.nobledds@gmail.com
nobledentalcare.com