receeding gumline

[sandman2101]

Hi, I currently have braces on and i will  have them removed in about 9 months or so the reason iam posting this is because the gum line on my upper front tooth has receeded badly leaving the root exposed causing a great deal of discomfort. My orthodontist told me to wait until he removes my braces then he will recommend me to get a gum graft  but it is really bugging me and  I am afraid that it will keep receeding and I will lose the tooth or something. I would like to know if it is possible to have the gum graft procedure  while i still have braces on or would i have to wait until they are off?

[mommyofbhp]

Go to your regular dentist and see what they suggest. If you have impeccable oral hygiene (home care) and the recession isn't increasing you may be able to wait until your braces are off. But just in case the recession gets worse, and it is bothering you, I'd get another opinion from your regular dentist.

[scottma]

Seeing a periodontist is advised.