www.dentistcudahyca.com Bleeding gums is an oral problem, it’s a sign of inflammation of the gingiva. Unlike what is said on popular belief, it is not normal. If you believe it’s because you are not brushing and flossing properly, then do so. But if bleeding still exists more than 2 weeks of proper oral hygiene, or if you have other symptoms like bad breath, then it’s probably something more serious and you need to be checked by your dentist. Watch this presentation on 5 simple ways on how to prevent bleeding gums.

1. 5 Practical Ways On How
To Stop Bleeding Gums

2. Bleeding gums is an oral problem,
The St James Dental Group
• If you often see a pink tinge in the sink after
you have brushed your teeth, you have
bleeding gums. Bleeding gums is an oral
problem, it’s a sign of inflammation of the
gingiva. Unlike what is said on popular
belief, it is not normal.
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3. Gingivitis or bleeding gums
The St James Dental Group
• Gingivitis or bleeding gums can be easily
corrected. However, it can also be a
complication due to more serious health
problems like periodontitis (gum infection),
diabetes, HIV and other immune-
compromised diseases
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4. Do you brushing and flossing properly?
The St James Dental Group
• If you believe it’s because you are not
brushing and flossing properly, then do so.
But if bleeding still exists more than 2 weeks
of proper oral hygiene, or if you have other
symptoms like bad breath, then it’s
probably something more serious and you
need to be checked by your dentist.
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5. Ways to prevent bleeding gums
The St James Dental Group
• Here are some simple ways on how to
prevent bleeding gums:
1. Brushing your teeth regularly. Brushing is the
best way to keep your teeth and gums healthy.
It is recommended to brush 2-3 times per day.
The toothbrush and the toothpaste are big
factors to proper oral care. Choose a
toothpaste that contains fluoride.
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6. Fluoride protection
The St James Dental Group
• Fluoride gives additional protection to your
teeth and gums. Also, use a soft bristled
toothbrush. Do a rounding motion instead
of back-and-forth. The conventional back-
and-forth motion can increase incidence of
bleeding gums.
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7. Don’t forget to floss!
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2. Don’t forget to floss. Keeping between the
teeth as clean as possible makes your
gums healthy. It is recommended to floss
one time a day, preferably at night. Your
dentist will be happy to show you the
correct way of flossing.
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8. Use mouthwash after brushing
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3. Use mouthwash after brushing. You can
ask your dentist about an alcohol-free
mouthwash with fluoride. Mouthwashes
with alcohol can only trigger bleeding
gums and dry mouth.
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9. Brush your tongue
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4. Brush your tongue. The tongue is a good
place for the bacteria to anchor and
proliferate. If they became too large in
number, they can easily attack the teeth
and gums. To get rid of the bacteria, you
have to brush your tongue with front-to-
back motion using your toothbrush.
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10. Have a healthy diet
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5. Have a healthy diet. Diet plays a big role in
keeping your oral health in top condition.
Less sugar and high fiber are the best
qualities of food you have to eat.
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11. Sugary and starchy food encourages plaque
The St James Dental Group
• Sugary and starchy food encourages plaque
deposits and bacterial attacks on your gums
and teeth. Foods rich in Vitamin B and C, as
well as calcium are recommended.
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12. See the dentist at least twice a year
The St James Dental Group
• Remember, even if you do a good job in
your home care, it may not be enough to
keep your teeth and gums healthy. You still
need to go to your dentist at least twice a
year. Nothing will replace a professional
dental cleaning.
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13. The condition of your teeth
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• Some plaque are not easily removed just by
brushing and flossing. Your dentist will
check the condition of your teeth as well as
check to see if you have gum disease or
periodontal disease by measuring the
pockets of the gum.
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14. Treatment to treat the disease
• If you do, then he or she will recommend a
treatment to treat the disease which may
include administration of antibiotics in
order to prevent bone loss.
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15. Ask a professional
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5 Practical Ways On How
To Stop Bleeding Gums
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