What are the causes of Gingival recession

There are a variety of causes for gingival recession. They are usually the result of some underlying disease such as periodontal disease or gingivitis. First, Faulty or aggressive brushing  techniques may result in receding gums. Over aggressive brushing  can wear away  the enamel of the gum line resulting  in gum loss. Second, inadequate brushing  and flossing can cause the gums to recede due to  the bacteria  remaining between the teeth. The bacteria  eventually eat away at the bone. Third,  periodontal disease,  inflammation of the tissues surrounding the teeth, can be a cause  of receding gums. Fourth,  chronic use of snuff or dipping tobacco  between the lips and the teeth has been known to cause receding gums as does smoking. This  affects the mucus membrane lining  in one’s mouth and will cause receding gums over  time. Sixth, misaligned teeth may also be a cause  of tooth loss. Lastly,  receding gums  may also be a result of grinding of teeth. Oral  jewellery has  recently been linked to receding gums. Sometimes, gingival recession is not the fault of the mouth  simply predisposes someone to gingival recession, as for example  when the muscles of the mouth are thick  at their attachment point to the  gums, or when teeth fall to develop enough  to support a thick padding of gums. Orthodontic work such as braces can also sometimes cause gingival  recession, typically because the patient was predisposed to it already.