what can i do if my gums bleed frequently when i brush my teeth?

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What can I do about my bleeding gums when i brush my teeth?

Answer 1

Bleeding gums: You may have gingivitis or/and periodontal disease. Plaque is a sticky bio film that can be removed with a toothbrush, calculus is a harder and attaches itself to the tooth and root surface and needs to be removed professionally by a hygienist or dentist. See you dentist for an evaluation.

Answer 2

Check your gum: You probably have gum infection/inflammation. Go to see your dentist and get a good tooth cleaning as soon as possible.

Answer 3

Gingivitis?: Patients with bleeding gums usually either have gingivitis or less commonly it can be as sign of a bleeding disorder. For gingivitis i tell patients to start on a listerine type mouthwash, brush and floss a minimum of 3x/day. If it persist, they should see a dentist. If there other signs of easy bruising or bleeding they should see their primary care md.

Answer 4

Seek dental help: Have your dentist or hygienist help you learn the proper way to floss and brush. An excellent mouth rinse and toothpaste, that works for most people is closys. This was developed over 20 years ago by a gum specialist. You may be deficient in vitamin c. This is what used to cause scurvy years ago and resulted in tooth loss.

Answer 5

Bleeding gums: You may have gingivitis or/and periodontal disease. Plaque is a sticky bio film that can be removed with a toothbrush, calculus is a harder and attaches itself to the tooth and root surface and needs to be removed professionally by a hygienist or dentist. See you dentist for an evaluation.

Answer 6

Treat the cause: Gingivitis or periodontitis? Each requires different treatment by a dentist. Don't try to solve your problem at home... certain things need to be left to the professionals. All the best...

Answer 7

Gums recession: Gum recession can lead to root exposure making the teeth sensitive and prone to cavities. First its best to determine the cause of the recession which may include a bad bite., grinding , clenching and periodontal disease. There are procedures that may cover the exposed root called connective tissue grafts.

Answer 8

See a dentist: Bleeding gums are a sigh of gum disease. Gum recession, (where the roots of your teeth become exposed)is also a sign of gum disease. You should see a dentist to be evaluated and follow a recommended course of treatment.

Answer 9

See your dentist: Looks like you have some gum recession with exposure of maybe the roots of the teeth. The first thing you need is an evaluation by a dentist. Probably a cleaning will be recommended. It the gum recession worsen then a gum graft maybe needed in the future.

Answer 10

Yes: It is the start of gum disease. See your dentist.

Answer 11

Definnitely: You should be able to brush and floss all your teeth without seeing any bleeding. Persistent bleeding gums is a sign of periodontal disease. See your dentist asap for an evaluation and treatment.

Answer 12

See dentist: Determine what problem you have with your gums and bone... You may have periodontal disease.

Answer 13

Dont wait: Seek out a dentist now. Don't wait till it hurts. Bleeding is a symptom of some type of gum disease.

Answer 14

Gums that bleed: Gingivitis is the beginning stages, and by definition, your gums are inflamed, and you might see them bleed when you brush and floss. If this is left untreated, then the infection moves deeper into the jaw, and it progresses to the more severe, periodontal disease.

Answer 15

Gum problems: Do you only sometimes brush your teeth? You may either have debris under the gums that necessitates a dental cleaning or you may just not be brushing well and effectively to clean the area where your gums meet your teeth. See your dentist for a regular cleaning and get the best answer there.

Answer 16

Gingivitis: Occasionally, gum may be inflamed due to local area of food impaction. This will cause occasional bleeding during brushing. It should not be permanent or chronic problem as bleeding tends to occur in the same area every time you brush. This means there may be an underlying cause. Diagnose and treat it with your dentist.

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