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Could use expert help with why my gums bleed when i brush my teeth?
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Periodontal problem: Your gums are inflamed from improper or inadequate tooth brushing and flossing. It's like scrubbing your knee after you just fell and scraped it. See your dentist for a periodontal (gum) evaluation, cleaning and treatment if necessary. This is best to catch and treat in the early phases.
Answered 12/29/2013
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Inflammation: Your gums bleed when they are inflamed. You need to have them evaluated by a local dentist to determine why they are inflamed. You may have periodontal disease. The sooner it is treated the better chance you have of saving your teeth.
Answered 12/29/2013
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