So yeah whenever i brush my teeth my gums bleed alot. I dont know why as Im generally healthy and brush twice or more a day and mouth wash etc. Its happened for a few weeks now and not getting better so im quite worried. I dont have time to go to a dentist as I cant get back to my city to go so I need a quick fix for the time being. Any help would be great.
2007-11-19 00:35:34 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Dental
a dry mouth can cause bacteria to proliferate, and bacteria attacks the gum line causes gums to bleed and this may be a symptom of gum disease, unless of course you are brushing toot hard. it always best to keep the mouth well hydrated to be able to keep bacteria at bay. good oral hygiene will help as well as a good oral care product will be an advantage in battling gum disease.
know that bleeding gums is a sign of an advanced gum disease or chronic gingivitis, it is best that you speak with your doctor. take oral health seriously for gum disease can cause serious health problems. for more tips on how to take care of gums visit http://www.themouthdoctor.com
2007-11-20 07:59:14 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It could be 2 things.
1st thing to do is look at your gums (before brushing). Are the red or pink? If your gums are pink and do not hurt when touching them then you just may have gingivitis. Things you can do to stop your gums from bleeding is floss and brush more often and follow up w/ a good mouthwash. Also in between times you can't brush carry some toothpicks w/ you and "exercises" your gums. Take the toothpick, insert between the teeth (like you would if you were picking out food), and rotate (massage) the toothpick firmly on your gums. All I have mentioned will get rid of your gingivitis.
If your gums are red and hurt to touch, floss, etc then you have periodontal disease and you will need to see the dentist. None of the above will really help but just be a temp fix until you can get a thorough cleaning.
2007-11-19 02:03:30 · answer #2 · answered by sierra_91_2000 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In the majority of cases it is a sign of a condition called gingivitis,
id keep off sugary foods,and use a realy good mouthwash that treats gums till u can get to a dentist.Most of the adult population have some degree of gum disease. This can vary from a mild inflammation of the gums (gingivitis) to advanced gum disease (periodontal disease or periodontitis), when the fibres of the periodontal ligament attaching the tooth to the bone become affected and the bony support of the tooth is eaten away. The teeth eventually become loose and may be lost. In the past periodontal disease was known as pyorrhoea. More teeth are lost from gum disease than dental decay.good luck kid.
2007-11-19 00:51:05 · answer #3 · answered by fozz 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
To solve this you need to floss on a daily basis. Expect bleeding after flossing for about two weeks, but it should diminish as the gums get healthier. Get a thin floss. The most important time to brush and floss is just before going to sleep as that when less saliva is available to rinse the teeth. The saliva can actually remineralize the teeth, so getting rid of food/bacteria between the teeth allows more tooth surface to be repaired, otherwise the bacteria use the food to make acids that eat away at the tooth.
2016-04-04 22:12:27 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have the same problem, you probably don't have a gum desease because you take care of your teeth, you most likely just have sensitve gums. if you don't have time to see your dentist i suggest you try calling him and telling him what's happened and listening what his ideas are (you really should go see him/her though, it could potentinlly be serious) if you don't do that you could always use 'Orajel Mouth-Aid' to numb your mouth untill your ready to seek medical attention.
2007-11-19 01:01:57 · answer #5 · answered by Lindsay W 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You need to go to the dentist before any more damage is done, it sounds like a gum disease.
2007-11-19 00:42:38 · answer #6 · answered by DickyNowItAll 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Would you like a magic wand? Ha Ha! How can so many people believe just because they want something to go away instantly ideally with no effort, that it will!
Go see your dentist, it will take some time and effort on both his part and yours to deal with your gingivitis.
2007-11-19 10:05:07 · answer #7 · answered by Dr Frank 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Keep on brushin, floss every day and use corsodyl. See if your GP can prescribe u amoxycilin ´cause u got a gum infection.
2007-11-19 00:58:21 · answer #8 · answered by Ardi Yá 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
use a softer brush for a while you have probably pushed gum back slightly,if it persists see your dentist
2007-11-19 00:44:39 · answer #9 · answered by HaSiCiT Bust A Tie A1 TieBusters 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
go to the dentist this is aa sign of gum disease could be something else though go dentsist asap
2007-11-19 00:40:20 · answer #10 · answered by clare w 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋