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6ms ago diagnosed with gum disease, sometimes have bleeding gums but not swollen/inflamed. 5 days ago extraction and clean discolouration no hard plaque. already grayish discolouration forming around the gumline. gum disease or something internal?
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You appear to be healing normally. If you are overly concerned, have your treating dentist take a look.
Answered 12/16/2022
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Bleeding gums indicate either a blood dyscrasia or gum disease, which is an infection. Even if you see no swelling, the bleeding indicates you have uncontrolled infection. Gum disease implicated in stroke, heart attack, kidney disease, early pregnancy termination, and so much more. If it's more than 6 months since your last professional cleaning, you are overdue. Or see Periodontist.
Answered 12/16/2022
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