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Was brushing my teeth today and my gums were bleeding. what should i do?
8 doctors weighed in across 5 answers
Bleeding: Do they always bleed do they never bleed? How old are you? What is your hygiene like? Did you cut yourself brushing or flossing or is this disese progression? Hard to tell with the info you supplied.
Answered 3/23/2013
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Visit your dentist: Get an evaluation for periodontal disease and the proper method for brushing and especially flossing.
Answered 11/27/2017
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Depends: Is this w a new toothbrush? If so, is it soft? A new or hard brush can cause bleeding. If not, then you may have gingevitis or more advanced perio disease. Also, hormonal changes can cause this. If this continues, a visit to the dentist is needed!
Answered 4/2/2013
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See DDS: What is your oral hygiene regimen? Do you brush at a 45 degree angle and use dental floss correctly? Use a tongue scraper to remove any bacteria on your tongue on a daily basis. See your DDS and have an evaluation and go from there.
Answered 8/10/2015
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Gingivitis: It appears you have gingivitis, possibly periodontitis. Please see a local dentist for evaluation.
Answered 8/10/2015
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