Gingival bleeding is so common that many people come to believe that these manifestations are normal. But no, they are not normal. Healthy gums are firm, tightly attached around each tooth and they do not bleed. To better understand how severe a “simple” bleeding gum can be, whether it occurs spontaneously and for no reason, or during regular teeth brushing, one must first understand how and why it occurs.
Every time we eat, the food is forced between the teeth. If not removed by the usual oral hygiene techniques (brushing, flossing and mouth washing), these food scraps will play a crucial role in the development of acid-producing bacteria. This is how gingivitis occurs, which is an inflammatory process. The gingival tissue reddens and swells due to the increased blood supply to this area. “Bags” full of blood form in the gingival tissue surrounding the tooth. At pressures such as those applied by regular brushing, the blood in these bags is released.
Neglected, these manifestations have a high potential of progressing to periodontitis. Be sure to get an exam from your orthodontist Loveland office right away to take the necessary steps in reversing the problems.
Gingival bleeding can also occur due to systemic conditions such as diabetes, leukemia, anemia, menopause or even various forms of cancer. Another condition, quite common, as a result of which gums bleed, is scurvy (vitamin C deficiency).
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