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Kelly Ripa Returns September 8 After Gum-Graft Surgery

8/14/2026

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Ripa Gum Surgery

Host Kelly Ripa underwent gum-graft surgery in late July, missing Live.
She said on her podcast that horizontal brushing caused gum recession, a risk Dr. Brooke Aichelmann-Reidy said can wear away gum tissue, and her dentist warned five years earlier.
Mark Consuelos reported doctors barred Ripa from speaking for ten days, required foods, and guest hosts Kevin Jonas, Mila Kunis and Jenna Dewan covered the show through August 7, Ripa returning September 8.

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Clemons Warns Overbrushing

A survey found 13 % of people overbrush, scrubbing twice the recommended time, causing gum recession.
Cleveland Clinic dentist Anne Clemons, DMD, says brushing twice daily is safe if gentle.
She advises waiting 30 minutes after sugary or acidic foods before brushing to protect enamel.
Dr. Joy Poskozim notes brushing time is 37 seconds, far below the two-minute guideline.
She recommends soft-bristled electric brushes such as Sonicare for a timed two-minute cycle.

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Ripa Gum Surgery

Host Kelly Ripa underwent gum-graft surgery in late July, missing Live.
She said on her podcast that horizontal brushing caused gum recession, a risk Dr. Brooke Aichelmann-Reidy said can wear away gum tissue, and her dentist warned five years earlier.
Mark Consuelos reported doctors barred Ripa from speaking for ten days, required foods, and guest hosts Kevin Jonas, Mila Kunis and Jenna Dewan covered the show through August 7, Ripa returning September 8.

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