It’s never normal to bleed your gums!
Bleeding from the gums is one of those situations that, although common, cannot be ignored. Take note that at some point, it may even integrate the batch of periodontal diseases, so it is important to know how to avoid such a fact!
Bleeding gums can occur at any time and in basic everyday situations, such as when brushing your teeth, or even chewing on richer foods like the famous Christmas and New Year’s nuts.
Have not the raisins-passas brought with them, besides their desires and prosperity, this misfortune?
This is what we will discover throughout this article when we identify the causes, ways of prevention and by learning the techniques that allow us to keep our gums healthy.
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Information in advance: do not relativize bleeding gums
Since we do not consider bleeding from other organs to be normal, we also cannot consider, and continue to believe, that bleeding gums are. The truth is that we tend to attribute bleeding to weak and delicate gums or taking certain medication.
When the gums bleed there is something to treat, because a healthy gum does not work.
Bleeding gums occurs in response to the accumulation of bacteria and thus manifests inflammation.
6 possible causes for bleeding gums
The gums are sensitive tissues and obviously when something is not normal, they give signals and make us alert.
If you don’t know, you’ll know that bleeding is the first symptom of periodontal diseases (gingivitis and periodontitis) and can manifest during brushing, chewing or even spontaneously.*
Among the main causes of bleeding we can highlight:
- 1. Bacterial plaque
Poor oral hygiene allows bacteria to accumulate at the gum line, causing inflammation (gingivitis). This is one of the most common causes and can progress to more serious problems, such as periodontitis**, if left untreated.
- 2. Excessive brushing or dental floss
Exerting excessive force in brushing or unsuitable materials can damage the gums.
- 3. Consumption of hard foods
Dried fruits, toast or other rich foods can put pressure on the gums, especially when they are already inflamed or sensitive.
Still in the aftermath of another holiday season, let me tell you, it’s complicated to manage this double dose of nuts.
In this setting and in this chapter, we are not dealing with the dilemma of blameless sweets, but of fruits free from bleeding gums!
- 4. Hormonal changes
Several studies show that pregnancy, menstruation or menopause can make gums more vulnerable and prone to bleeding.
- 5. Vitamin C deficiency
This nutrient is essential for the health of gingival tissues and its deficiency can bring problems.
- 6. Poorly fitted dental prostheses
An incorrect fit can irritate the tissues and cause constant bleeding. Therefore, whenever possible, opt for dental implants and stay with fixed teeth on the same day, minimizing the possibility of not being fitted to your mouth.
Is there blood in your gums?
To stop brushing this area is the worst thing you can do!
It is a normal and natural trend, but it does not bring the benefits you want, since with this decision it will even aggravate the problem. We already know that the cause is the accumulation of plaque along the gums, so you must maintain quality oral hygiene to minimize the problem.
At first you may even notice that the amount of blood in your gums is greater, but a few days later you will feel the differences.
In any case, regular visits to the dentist are always essential to identify and treat problems quickly and with effective treatment.
However, whenever bleeding is frequent, prolonged or accompanied by other symptoms – such as persistent pain or bad breath – consult our specialists immediately.
New Year’s resolution: take care of your gums too!
Don’t let gingival bleeding disturb your oral health and even your comfort.
The essential and important will always be to keep the gums healthy throughout the year, avoiding periodontal diseases.
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