is it normal to bleed from your gums after brushing each time?

Answer 1

Hi, I too recently had the same problem. I consulted my dentist. My dentist told me that some people have sensitive gums that may bleed a little when you brush. He advised me to buy a softer toothbrush. It doesnt mean you have gingivitis. So try the softer brush. If the problem still persists, ask you dentist =)

Answer 2

Bleeding after each brushing is most certainly not normal. There are three possibilities 1.) You could be having gingivitis, meaning inflammation of the gums. This could be due to faulty oral hygiene, pregnancy, puberty, certain medications etc. 2.) You could be having gingivitis and periodontitis, which is a more severe condition involving the supporting tissues of teeth. In that case you will even find slight loosening of the teeth 3.) You might be brushing too hard or using a brush that has very hard bristles.
Do consult a dentist. Have your teeth cleaned professionally (It is called Scaling and polishing). Use a mouthwash that has Chlorhexidine. Use an astringent ointment on your gums twice or thrice daily, depending upon your dentist's prescription. Also you can gargle twice to thrice daily with warm saline. Salt acts as both antiseptic and astringent.
Also check the kind of brush you are using. Use a medium bristled brush and don't brush your teeth with the same motion as that used to clean bathroom floors. Use gentle upward and downward, and circular motions.
Good Luck.

Answer 3

No it's not normal. You should see a dentist and get a checkup, you could have some gum infection going on. This is not something you just overlook, your teeth should not bleed when brushing. If you really let this go you can even loose your teeth down the line.

Answer 4

It's not that normal but it doesn't at once mean you have gum problems such as gingivitis. Sometimes, it can be due to having sensitive gums where it would be advised that you use soft-bristled toothbrush and you maybe required to use toothpaste and gumpaste for sensitive teeth like sensodyne or pyodontyl (which are, by the way, more expensive that regular toothpaste). But the best way to know if you just have sensitive teeth or you have gingivitis is to consult a dentist. There's not much problem if its just sensitive gum, but if its gingivitis, that may lead to a worse problem if left untreated.

Answer 5

Well, no, that doesn't sound normal. Sometimes if your brushing too hard, then maybe you'll bleed, but I think you should probably go to a dentist, or just try and brush more. Some people have that problem and they brush twice a day... maybe move to brushing 3 times a day... it doesn't hurt any, but definitly go and ask your dentist about that. Hope things work out for you. Have an awesome day :)

Answer 6

NO BLEEDING GUMS WHEN YOU BRUSH IS NOT NORMAL.
GUMS BLEED ONLY WHEN THEY ARE IRRITATED. IRRITATION IS CAUSED BY A VARIETY OF CAUSES.THE MOST COMMON PROBLEM IS FROM UNDERLYING PLAQUE BENEATH THE GUMS.
IF YOU BRUSH DAILY AND GET THE SAME RESULT THEN SEEK THE CONSULT OF A DENTIST FOR A PROPER DIAGNOSIS.

Answer 7

What Is It?
People with gingivitis have inflamed gum tissue around their teeth, caused by bacteria found in dental plaque. Normal, healthy gums should be firmly attached to the teeth and underlying bone. They are pale pink in light-skinned people and brown, gray or mottled in people with darker complexions. If you have gingivitis, your gums are inflamed, red and swollen. They will bleed easily and may be tender. Mild gingivitis causes little pain and may be overlooked. If left unchecked, however, it can become severe. In some people, gingivitis progresses to periodontitis, which can lead to tooth loss.
Gingivitis is caused by plaque, a sticky film of bacteria that collects on your teeth, especially in crevices and spaces or around rough or broken fillings. The bacteria produce substances that can harm the gums. If plaque is not removed, it hardens into a deposit called calculus, commonly called tartar. Calculus irritates the gums and provides more surfaces for bacterial growth.
Gum disease in general and gingivitis in particular are common. Almost three in four adults over the age of 35 have some form of gum disease. People with poorly controlled diabetes and pregnant women are especially at risk. People taking oral contraceptives or systemic steroids are at increased risk of gingivitis. Certain prescription drugs — including anti-seizure medications, cyclosporin (Neoral, Sandimmune) and calcium channel blockers — can cause gum overgrowth and inflammation.

Symptoms
You will notice red, swollen, gums that bleed easily.

Diagnosis
Your dentist will examine and probe your gums and ask you if they bleed when you brush or floss your teeth. He or she will look for calculus deposits on your teeth and under the gum line.
Make sure your dentist knows the medications you are taking, in case some of them may be contributing to your gingivitis.

Expected Duration
Gingivitis can disappear within several days once a program of good oral hygiene is started. If oral hygiene remains poor, gingivitis likely will remain and could worsen to become periodontitis, which can lead to significant loss of tissue and bone around teeth.

Prevention
Brush your teeth regularly, preferably in the morning and before bed, and floss your teeth at least once a day. Make sure that you use a soft toothbrush and that the bristles reach the gum line when you brush. Have your teeth professionally cleaned every six months to one year to prevent plaque from becoming calculus and to remove any calculus that may have already formed.

Treatment
Gingivitis can be reversed if you remove bacteria from your teeth every day. At your dental office, you will receive a thorough cleaning, which will include scaling (removal of plaque at and just below the gum line). Your dentist or dental hygienist can instruct you on the most effective methods of brushing and flossing. Controlling medical conditions, such as diabetes, can make gingivitis easier to treat.
If gingivitis advances to periodontitis, additional treatment is necessary.

When To Call a Professional
If your gums become tender or bleed easily when you brush your teeth, contact your dentist.

Prognosis
The outlook is excellent, once you start a program of good dental hygiene. Symptoms can disappear in as little as one week.

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Answer 8

A lot of people can have this problem. It is called gingivitis. Consult a dentist about it. This is important because if it is left untreated in can lead to periodontitis.

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Answer 9

No, that is usually a sign of gingivitis and that can lead to peridontal disease if not treated. You need to floss every day and use some kind of mouthwash or rinse for gingivitis and see your dentist if if doesn't improve.

Answer 10

only if you have gum disease. floss more and brush more. eat less sweets and cut down on sugar in general