Why Do My Gums Bleed?
If your hands bled every time you washed them, you'd be worried. Yet, many people ignore bleeding gums when they brush or floss. Bleeding gums are the first sign of Gingivitis (early gum disease), which, if left untreated, progresses to Periodontitis—the leading cause of tooth loss in adults.
The Root Cause: Plaque and Tartar
The primary culprit behind bleeding gums is the buildup of plaque—a sticky film of bacteria. If not brushed away, plaque hardens into calculus (tartar) at the gum line. Tartar irritates the gums, causing inflammation, redness, and bleeding. You cannot remove tartar with a toothbrush; it requires professional scaling.
How to Stop Bleeding Gums
- Professional Dental Scaling: The most important step. We use an ultrasonic scaler to gently vibrate and wash away the hard tartar from above and below the gum line. This removes the source of the infection.
- Improve Your Oral Hygiene: Brush twice a day with a soft-bristled brush. Crucially, start flossing daily. Flossing reaches the 35% of the tooth surface that your brush misses.
- Use a Therapeutic Mouthwash: A chlorhexidine mouthwash (prescribed by your dentist) can help reduce bacterial load during the healing phase.
- Salt Water Rinses: Rinsing with warm salt water reduces inflammation and soothes irritated gums naturally.
When to See a Dentist in Indore?
If your gums bleed persistently for more than a week, or if you notice bad breath, receding gums, or loose teeth, you need immediate periodontal care. At Dream Smile Dental Clinic, we offer painless scaling and deep cleaning to restore your gum health.