What can cause gum bleeding?

Poor oral hygiene: Most commonly, the answer is inadequate oral hygiene. The plaque/bacteria accumulate on your teeth and under the gums and causes an infection called gingivitis, and in more advanced stages, periodontitis. This can lead to tooth loss if left untreated. Go see your dentist today.

Gum disease: Bleeding gums are almost always due to an infection. It rarely hurts until advanced stages when abscesses are frequent, however, this disease should not be taken lightly. The bacteria that cause this infection have been directly associated with an increase in heart disease. See a dentist and treat this aggressively and follow proper home care guidelines.

Bleeding: If your gums bleed when brushing or flossing, that is the distinguishing factor for gingivitis. It may also be a sign that you have a more serious problem, that of periodontal or gum disease; and only your dentist can test for that by taking simple measurements around each tooth and appropriate x-rays.