Gum recession: It's not always your toothbrush's fault or even you just brushing too hard. If you've been told that you have gum recession because you brush your teeth too hard, you may be wondering why it's still getting worse... EVEN though you've changed your brushing habits. The truth is, gum recession is often caused by bite issues, not brushing too hard. When your teeth don't fit together properly, it can create excessive force on the gums. This can lead to the gums receding, or moving awa