Dr Samintharaj Kumar

The mouth is home to a thriving microbiome: a community of bacteria, fungi, and other organisms that usually coexist in balance. Healthy...

The immune system is designed to respond to threats quickly. But when gums recede and the natural keratinised seal around the teeth is...

When gums recede, the body loses one of its most important natural barriers: keratinised gingival tissue. This specialised gum tissue is...

The immune system is constantly on alert, protecting the body against infections. When gums recede, however, bacteria gain easier access...

Gingival recession is one of the most common oral health concerns among adults, often presenting as teeth that look “longer” or more...

The Hidden Danger of Receded Gums What many treat as a cosmetic concern — gums that make teeth look long, roots exposed — has less...

Understanding the Risk Gingival recession may begin subtly: gums pull back, the root becomes exposed, sensitivity arises. But what many...

Gingival recession — when the gum margin pulls away from the tooth, exposing its root — is more than an aesthetic issue. It leads to...

Gum recession is a common dental issue characterised by the gradual loss of gum tissue surrounding the teeth, leading to exposure of the...