What is the reason for Gum bleeding?
Bleeding gums are the most common symptom of gum disease,but it can be caused by other health conditions.
Common causes for bleeding gums:
- Infection of the gums/gingivitis
- Infections of the bone surrounding the tooth/periodontitis
- Improper brushing or flossing of teeth
- Vitamin deficiency
- Pregnancy, Lactation and Menstruation when there is harmonal imbalance
- leukemia
- Hemophilia
Treatment of bleeding gums
- Visit your dentist twice a year for regular check up and professional cleaning.
- Proper brushing technique to be followed with a soft bristles tooth brush
- Proper flossing technique to be followed
- Eating a healthy nutritious diet
- Maintaining a good oral hygiene during Pragnancy,Lactation and Menstruation.
- Treating the underlying medical conditions
