A member asked:

My 18 month old daughter is currently teething and her gums are really red and inflamed. her gums bleeds so much when i brush her teeth. could the teething be the reason to that?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Soft cloth: The gums maybe inflamed, but should not bleed Use a soft cloth to clean her teeth. Obtain an appointment with Pediatric Dentist.

Answered 7/22/2020

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No: Healthy gums do not bleed. Symptoms you describe are disturbing. Possible damage from improper brushing or wrong toothbrush. All children should have 1st Dental Exam no later than 1st b'day. I assume she sees a pediatric medical specialist, a Pediatrician. Recommend you make immediate appointment with a pediatric dental specialist, a Pedodontist.

Answered 7/22/2020

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