While your routine visit to Dr. SmiLee Dental of Killeen in Killeen, TX, is vital, your daily actions at home are equally critical. You actively protect your smile, prevent cavities, and avoid costly treatments when you maintain good oral hygiene between appointments. The good news? Caring for your smile is simple.

Receding gums, or gum recession, is a common dental issue that can affect people of all ages. It occurs when the gum tissue around your teeth wears away or pulls back, exposing more of the tooth.