Bleeding Gums And Their Care

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 Bleeding Gums

• Bleeding gums is a serious problem.

• It indicates the beginning of the destructive

process involving the supporting tissue around the
tooth or some serious underlying systemic
problems.

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 Causes

• Plaque accumulation on teeth is the primary

cause for poor gums.

• This plaque if not removed through regular

brushing and dental appointments, will harden into
what is known as tartar.

• Ultimately, this will lead to inflamed gums, a

condition called gingivitis, increased bleeding and
finally a more advanced form of gum and jawbone
disease known as periodontitis.

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 Other Causes

 Brushing too hard

 Improper flossing
 Infection, which can be either tooth or gum-related
 Scurvy (Vitamin C deficiency)
 Vitamin K deficiency
 Hormonal changes during pregnancy
 Leukaemia (Blood Cancer)
 Ill-fitting dentures
 Use of blood thinners

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 Home Care
 Visit the dentist at least once every 6 months for
plaque removal. Follow your dentist's home care
instructions.

 Brush teeth gently with a soft-bristle toothbrush

after every meal. The dentist may recommend rinsing
with salt water or hydrogen peroxide and water.
Avoid using commercial, alcohol-containing
mouthwashes, which aggravate the problem.

 Floss teeth twice a day to keep plaque from

building up.

 Eliminate between-meal snacks and reduce

carbohydrate intake to help prevent plaque build-up
on teeth.

 Use an oral irrigation device on the low setting to

massage the gums.

 Maintain a balanced, healthy diet.

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 Additional Tips
 Avoid the use of tobacco, which aggravates bleeding gums.

 Have poorly fitting dentures adjusted and relined by your dentist if

they are causing sore spots in gums.

 Avoid aspirin unless your physician has recommended that you

take it.

 Control gum bleeding by applying pressure directly on the gums

with a gauze pad soaked in ice water.

 If you have been diagnosed with a vitamin deficiency, take

recommended vitamin supplements.

 If side effects of medication are irritating, ask your doctor to adjust

or substitute another medication. Never change your medication
without consulting your doctor.
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 You should see your dentist if
 Your gums continue to bleed even after treatment

 The bleeding is severe or chronic

 Other unexplained symptoms are associated with the bleeding.

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 About Smile Care
Author Name : Dr. Kripa Shetty

Smile Care® has spearheaded the cause of modern

dentistry in India through its multitude of activities in the
field of dentistry.

Smile Care® is involved in Clinical Services, Continuing

Education, Clinical Research, Public Awareness and
Scientific Publication in the field of dentistry and offers
the synergistic benefit of these activities to all its clients.

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