You wake up one morning and look in the mirror only to notice that your teeth appear to be a bit longer than before. You tell yourself it’s just your eyes playing tricks on you, but when you go for your regular dental checkup, your dentist tells you that you have a receding gum line. If this doesn’t make sense and you’re wondering how this could have happened, read on to learn more about this common problem and what you can do about it.

As the temperatures cool down outside, it’s likely you’re preparing by pulling out the blankets, slipping on your comfy house shoes, stoking a fire, and warming your taste buds with a deliciously warm beverage. While your favorite coffee may taste good going down, it and other hot drinks can be damaging to your oral health. Find out how and what you can do to prevent your teeth from the negative effects of these tasty warm-weather concoctions.