The first thing to keep in mind is that healthy gums should not bleed, so if there is bleeding gums during brushing or flossing, it is not a normal situation at all.

This could be one of the first signs of the well known gum disease, if you suffer from common bleeding gums and you do not know what to do about it, there is no doubt that you should go to your favorite dentist.

A continuous bleeding in our gums may be due to a buildup of plaque on our teeth, in addition to this, it may also be due to a serious sign of medical infection.

If plaque is not removed it will automatically harden and turn into tartar, which translates into increased bleeding and a much more advanced form of periodontal and jawbone disease known as periodontitis.

The following are some of the causes of bleeding gums, which are known as periodontitis:

Any type of bleeding disorder
Brushing too hard
Hormonal changes during pregnancy
Dentures or other ill-fitting dental appliances
Poor flossing
Infections, which can attack the teeth as well as the gums.
Leukemia, a type of cancer in the blood
Scurvy, vitamin C deficiency
Exaggerated use of anticoagulants
Vitamin K deficiency

Steps to follow to avoid bleeding gums

ProDent brings you six simple steps to follow in your oral care routine, so you can be absolutely sure that you can reduce the risk of bleeding gums when brushing.

Three times for three

Constant brushing helps to remove plaque and all food particles, which, if they accumulate on, around or between our teeth, can cause irritation and problems such as gingivitis.

For this reason, we recommend all our patients to brush their teeth three times a day, for two minutes and with the help of a fluoride-rich toothpaste.

Do not forget any space in your mouth

Be sure to clean all the spaces in your mouth, even those hard to reach areas such as between teeth; remember surfaces such as molars are used for chewing and do most of the work.

Be very careful in the process

When you are cleaning your teeth, it is not always the best thing to do, in fact, brushing too hard or too many times can damage the enamel, so brush very carefully at all times.

Know very well all the spaces in your mouth

Use circular movements and tilt your brush with the brush head downward at a 45-degree angle, to be a little more precise, this action helps to clean the gum lines, that area where the gum meets your teeth.

For the inner surfaces of your front teeth, place the brush in an upright position and use the front part to make small circular movements.

Do not forget the area between the gums and teeth

Our gum line is prone to the accumulation of harmful bacterial plaque, so you should focus spatially on that area, don't forget about the spaces between your teeth.

With the help of constant flossing, in addition to preventing plaque and having a much nicer smile, you can get rid of bleeding gums when brushing.

Don't forget to brush your tongue

Good oral hygiene is not only limited to your teeth and gums. Gently and carefully brushing your tongue will help freshen your breath, clean your mouth and reduce bacteria.

When should I contact the best dentist in Tijuana in case of bleeding gums?

Schedule your appointment with the best dentists in Mexico, ProDent can offer you if:

Bleeding is severe, prolonged or chronic
Gums continue to bleed after treatment
You suffer from other unexplained symptoms with the bleeding

Dentists who are experts in the field will examine your teeth and gums, and then ask you questions about the problem; they will also ask about your oral hygiene habits.

In addition, you will be asked questions about your diet and the medications you take on a regular basis.

The tests that can be performed after the previous checkup, can be:

Blood studies such as a CBC or blood differential
X-rays of the teeth and jaws

Don't let bleeding gums completely ruin your perfect smile, start now your treatment from the best professionals that ProDent can offer you, contact us now and schedule your appointment!

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