How bad is the recession and how can I reduce gum pain when I’m already doing what the dentist suggested? I have been experiencing horrible gum pain for nearly a year now. This pain is primarily in the gums on the backsides of my teeth. I do have some tooth sensitivity, but it’s not nearly as unbearable as my gums. They hurt so badly and my tongue won’t leave them alone which only hurts worse. 

Appointments:
I’ve been to two dentists (one for cleaning, the other as emergency for pain) and one orthodontist (thought my retainer was causing because I got it replaced around start of pain. The dentist who did my cleaning and checked my gums said I had one 4, the rest between 1-3. She did say I had gingivitis and was having some recession. 

Home Routine:
I have brushed twice a day and flossed daily since this pain started, and it has only worsened. Admittedly, I did slack in the oral hygiene department before the pain. Since the cleaning appointment, I have also started water flossing. For clarity, I brush my teeth in the morning. At night I brush, floss, water floss, and then double check my flossing again because I always end up with more of the white stuff coming out on my floss after water flossing. I feel like my overall cleaning habits have improved since the appointment, but the pain hasn’t stopped and my gums feel like they’re receding more. 

Question: 
I guess, like everyone else, I’m wondering how bad this appears to be. I know there’s only so much that can be seen through a photo, especially without an X-ray, but any advice on getting the pain to stop would be appreciated 

Someone help please. I just want a bacon cheeseburger and to talk to my family without hurting!

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