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Bleeding Gum

Are you lately noticing blood while brushing your teeth? Are your gums hurting even with soft brushing? If yes, you are suffering from gum disease and in need of bleeding gum treatment in Ghatkopar at Om Dutta Clinic.

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There are two stages of gum disease:

  • Gingivitis: It is the early stage of gum problem when the infection is acute or mild..
  • Periodontitis: It is the chronic stage of gum disease when the infection is spread to the base of the gum and also affects the surroundings.

What are the symptoms of gum disease?

If you see the following changes in your mouth, rush to your dentist now:

  • 1. If there is a swelling in the gum and it's painful.
  • 2. If your gums are bleeding while brushing or eating.
  • 3. You are experiencing bad breath even after thorough brushing and flossing.
  • 4. If you notice your gums are shrinking and turning dark in colour.
  • 5. If you are experiencing excessive pain while chewing your food.
  • 6. If your mouth sores.

What are the types of treatment available for bleeding gums?

Gum treatment can be surgical or non-surgical depending upon the intensity and type of infection and problems.

Non-surgical treatment includes:

  • Dental cleaning
  • Root planning
  • Scaling

Non-surgical treatment includes:

  • Bone surgery
  • Bone grafting
  • Flap surgery

How can I prevent my gums from bleeding?

Practice the following things to prevent gum disease:

  • Maintain good oral hygiene.
  • Stop smoking and consuming tobacco.
  • Increase your intake of vitamin C and K in your diet.
  • Follow a healthy diet and consumes food that is good for your teeth.
  • Rinse your mouth thoroughly after every meal.

What causes bleeding gums?

Several factors can trigger bleeding gums:

  • Vigorous brushing.
  • Usage of hard-bristled brush
  • Bacterial infections.
  • Poor eating habits.
  • Misfitted dentures or retainers.
  • Consuming a lot of sugary food.
  • Hereditary.

Bleeding gum is not a minor thing that you can ignore. Delaying in treating bleeding gum can give you chronic gum problems. Visit us at Om Dutta Dental Clinic for bleeding gum treatment in Ghatkopar.

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