Bleeding gums

Bleeding Gums

Bleeding gums are the most common signs of gum disease and it can also point to other health issues.

Sometimes bleeding gums occur by brushing the tooth too vigorously or wearing dentures that don’t fit correctly. Frequent gum bleeding can also show more serious issues, as:

Dental Aligners are more beneficial in many cases, with typical cases which treatable are treatable include:

● Periodontitis
● Leukemia (blood cancer)
● Deficiency of vitamin
● Lack of platelets

What are the causes of Bleeding gums?

The main cause of bleeding gums is the plaque build-up at the line of gum.

How to prevent Bleeding gums?

Good oral hygiene is the key to managing bleeding gums.

Meet your dentist twice per year for professional cleaning.

Use a soft to medium bristle toothbrush. It’ll be gentle on inflamed gums, especially if you have bleeding after brushing your teeth brushing.

You might also use an electric toothbrush. The specially designed brush heads on these toothbrushes can help you to clean your gum line more easily than a manual toothbrush.

When to meet a Doctor?

Visit a dentist if gum bleeding does not improve or stop in 7 to 10 days. Your dentist may also request for some lab tests to check for any deficiencies of vitamins that lead to bleeding gums.