Bleeding gums are one of the telltale signs of gum disease. Starting as gingivitis and progressing to more serious periodontitis, bleeding gums are one of the primary indicators.
Ofttimes, oral hygiene improvements will stop bleeding; however, this does not solve the underlying bone disease issue.
Consulting with Dentists regularly for check-ups and professional cleanings іs crucial for maintaining gum health and preventing the progression оf gum disease.
Symptoms
Bleeding gums are one of the telltale signs of gingivitis, the early stage of gum disease. Other symptoms may include red or swollen gums, tenderness, bad breath that won’t go away, pus between your teeth and gums, receding gums (making your teeth appear longer), receding gums and changes to how your teeth fit together when biting together.
Gingivitis can quickly develop into periodontitis when left untreated, when bacteria from plaque spread below the gum line to form pockets that become infected with bacteria from infection-ridden plaque. As this infection spreads further and deeper beneath your gum line, bone and tissue supporting your teeth become compromised, eventually necessitating their removal or other options such as implants.
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Causes
Gum disease is usually caused by plaque – an invisible sticky layer of germs – which accumulates on teeth and gums. Brushing, flossing and rinsing may remove much of this buildup; however, any that remains can irritate gums, leading to swelling and bleeding that eventually leads to gingivitis – the first stage of gum disease if left untreated; otherwise it can result in tooth loss as well as more serious health concerns.
Genetics play a part in up to 50% of cases of periodontitis (gum disease). People who carry certain gene mutations, which reduce levels of an immune system enzyme that combats bacteria, are up to 20 times more likely than their peers without these gene mutations to progress into advanced gum disease.
Smoking interferes with gum tissue’s healing ability. Poor nutrition – particularly not getting enough vitamin C – may weaken our body’s defenses against gum infection and stress can lower our resistance, increasing susceptibility.
Treatment
Gum disease can be prevented and its complications reversed through regular home oral care practices such as brushing twice daily with toothpaste that contains fluoride, flossing daily and using antiseptic mouthwash. Furthermore, visiting your dental provider regularly for cleanings and checkups is recommended, which will remove hardened plaque and tartar deposits that you cannot get rid of yourself.
Treatment options depend on the type and extent of gum disease. Nonsurgical options may include scaling and root planing, which is a deep dental cleaning that removes bacteria from teeth and roots while smoothing rough spots on tooth surfaces. Antibiotics can be taken either orally or as gel-filled chips which release medication into periodontal pockets.
Surgery may be necessary to address more advanced gum disease, and our specialists offer various procedures to restore gum tissue and bone damage caused by advanced gum disease.
Prevention
At its heart, gingivitis can often be reversed or prevented in almost all instances. Through proper plaque control techniques such as professional dental cleanings twice each year, brushing daily with fluoride toothpaste, and flossing (including between teeth) bacteria levels can be reduced significantly. A healthy diet including fruits and vegetables rich in calcium-rich foods as well as proteins supports gum health while refraining from smoking tobacco products or snacking on sweet treats will also help.
Treatment options for periodontitis may include scaling and root planing, oral or topical antibiotics, bone and tissue grafts to restore lost areas in the mouth, crowns to cover exposed teeth and stress-relief therapies to address clenching or grinding which damages gum tissues. Other medications like oral contraceptives, antidepressants, steroids or blood thinners can have adverse side effects that must be disclosed to your dentist for optimal care.
