 Patient Advocate (old timer, 2000 posts)
Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 2,219 | Pete,
In addition to Periodontal (gum) disease (which is the most common cause of gum recession) age is also a factor as well as improper toothbrushing.
Jerry
Jerry
Retired Dentist, 59 years old at diagnosis. SCC of the left lateral border of the tongue (Stage I). Partial glossectomy and 30 nodes removed, 4/6/05. Nodes all clear. No chemo no radiation 18 year survivor.
"Whatever doesn't kill me, makes me stronger"
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