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Could it be healthy for my gums to still be bleeding?

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NO: Healthy gums do not bleed. If you are keeping the teeth exceptionally clean and there is still bleeding, there maybe an underlying cause that contributes to the bleeding. See your dentist asap.

Answered 3/4/2014

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A member asked:

Could it be healthy for my gums to still be bleeding?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Mjos answered

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