Why do my gums bleed?
I haven't been to the dentist for a while because my parents don't have insurance so I didn't go to the dentist. My gums have been bleeding for over 2 months. The bleeding spot only hurts when i touch it with my tongue or i move around my mouth in that part of my mouth, I'm only 13 so i don't know if its gingivitis because I've heard that your gums bleed from that. How can i treat this problem? It heals like 3 weeks later than another comes back but in a different spot. How can i treat this problem? Can it be treated? I can;t go to the dentist because my parents won't take me so don't say: You have to go to the dentist. They won;t let me so can i fix it at home? What causes this bleeding? I only bleed when i brush my teeth.
Why do my gums bleed?
When was your last visit with your dentist and have oral cleaning? Bleeding of the gums are caused by bad bacteria hiding under the gums which makes the gum weaker thereby bleeds. Another would be hard toothbrush bristles with a heavy brush strokes. You should avoid these because it irritates and injures the gums (thereby bleed) and so as weakens the teeth. Have a professional tooth cleaning, use a softer bristle and light brush strokes, floss and gargle with any oral antiseptic (listerine, astring-osol etc) after would also help keep your gums healthy. If symptoms persists, Best thing would be to consult with a dentist. Goodluck.
Why are my gums bleeding when I am wearing braces?
Signs and Symptoms of Receding GumsGums don't recede overnight, but if you pay close attention, you can spot telltale signs of the problem: a tooth that appears much longer than its neighbors, yellow stains where the tooth touches the gum line, or even a ridge you can feel on the affected tooth, indicating your gums have shifted. Tooth sensitivity is another red flag, as a declining layer of protective gum tissue can leave nerves beneath the enamel exposed.Causes of Receding GumsMany things can cause vital gum tissue to detach and recede, but the most common culprit is untreated gingivitis. If you have gum disease, chances are that gum recession is just around the corner.Other possible causes include:Brushing too hard, thereby resulting in unnecessary pressure and irritationSmoking/tobacco use, which can impact blood supply to the gumsCrooked teeth that can pull on the gums, and also lead to gingivitisOral piercings that force precious tissue aside over timeGenetics, an inherited predisposition to gum recessionDiabetes, which has been linked to receding gumsRead More: Dentist Beaverton OrReference By: Definition Dental
Why do my gums bleed so much?
I guess you are suffering from gingivitis or in other words inflammation of gums. It does'nt matter how many times you brush, its important that how efficiently you brush. From that I mean to say that there are some brushing strokes which you have to know using a soft bristle tooth brush. Simultaneously I will advice you to have diet containing vitamin c. That will help you stop bleeding through gums. You can check out for yourself in the mirror if there is any deposits of calculus(gonna look like white deposits at the periphery of teeth especially on the inner aspect). You can also check that how well you have cleaned your teeth by using a agent called as disclosing agent. So use that. And if you have deposits of calculus, you have to visit a dentist to clean it out.
Gums bleeding, new retainer?
Hi! I've been in dentistry for over 20 years, and this is common. The bleeding should be more pinky than red. Try this. Floss and brush. Then rinse with warm salty water for 1-2 minutes. Do this 3 times a day for 1 week and the last at night. I think this will stop after that. Your gums are just tender and need some extra care. Once the salt water rinses heal the gums your should be fine. In the future, if this happens, repeat the rinses and you should see it resolve in 1-2 days. If you have any other questions, please ask. Marie D~
Gums Bleeding After Braces Removed???
When the braces are on, it makes it more difficult to clean the teeth and gums thoroughly. Flossing is essential at anytime, but more so when you have braces. If you didn't floss regularly during the time you had braces, your gums could have become irritated, and inflammed, and they will bleed. I suggest having a cleaning done at your general dentist's office... This will help get out any irritants that can cause the gums to be sore. After the cleaning, brush as you normally would, and don't forget to floss. (once a day). In the beginning, you will probably notice some bleeding, but that should subside in a week or so as the gums heal and 'toughen up'. You can also try rinsing out with some warm salt water and/or plain old Listerine. The salt water will help with soreness and promote healing, and the Listerine will help kill any bacteria in the mouth. Good luck, and know that this is a reversible problem as long as it's addressed soon.
Why does my gums bleed when I floss?
Your gums are bleeding because you have all kinds of debris and bacteria in the spaces between your teeth and gums. They're sore, even if you can't see or feel it. Keep flossing and don't worry, the bleeding will go away in a few days or a week or two. But floss every day, and be thorough. If a bunch of gunk comes out when you floss between two teeth, run the floss through again until no more gunk comes out. You've been brushing, but brushing only cleans the tooth surface. Meanwhile, bacteria have been forming little pockets in your gums. Flossing shouldn't hurt, by the way. Work the floss in gently. If the gums hurt, that will clear up as they heal. But if the teeth hurt, then you have cavities and need to see the dentist. You should brush and floss after your last meal or snack of the day, before you go to sleep. Don't wait until morning, because bacteria can multiply astronomically in just hours. However, you should also brush and floss after breakfast, before going to work or school for the day.