Bleeding Gums
Bleeding gums can be a sign of gum disease or serious health problems.
✓ Conditions that cause bleeding gums
One of the main reasons is inflamed gums or gingivitis. If plaque is not removed, it will harden and cause the gums to bleed.
✓ Other reasons are mentioned below.
* Having a known bleeding disorder
* Cleaning the teeth using force
* Hormonal changes during pregnancy
* Tooth or gum infection
* Blood cancer
* Use of blood thinners
* Vitamin K deficiency
* They are artificial teeth that are not properly made.
✓ What you can do?
* When you brush your teeth, it should be slowly. It is recommended to brush twice a day.
* If you have bleeding gums, you should not use alcohol based toothpastes as this will worsen the condition.
* Have your teeth professionally cleaned once a year.
* If you smoke cigarettes, it is recommended that you stop.
* When your gums bleed, soak cotton or gauze in cold water and hold it.
✓ When should you consult your doctor?
* If you have bleeding for a long time
* If you feel other associated pain.
* If bleeding continues after treatment.
