{"id":424,"date":"2020-02-07T19:48:05","date_gmt":"2020-02-07T19:48:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/?p=424"},"modified":"2020-03-06T19:48:27","modified_gmt":"2020-03-06T19:48:27","slug":"why-do-your-gums-bleed-when-you-brush-or-floss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/2020\/02\/why-do-your-gums-bleed-when-you-brush-or-floss\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Do Your Gums Bleed When You Brush or Floss?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_208282887__1583523776_90935-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Toothbrush with white foam and blood on gray background\" class=\"wp-image-425\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_208282887__1583523776_90935-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_208282887__1583523776_90935-768x577.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_208282887__1583523776_90935.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Do your gums bleed when you brush or floss? It can be a\nstartling sight to see blood in your mouth or sink after cleaning your teeth,\nbut it\u2019s no reason to panic. However, easily bleeding gums shouldn\u2019t be ignored\neither. While it could be the result of something as simple as using the wrong\ntoothbrush, bleeding gums could also be a warning sign of an underlying health\ncondition you need to check out. Read on to learn from your Lincoln dentist\nwhat might be causing your gums to bleed and what you can do about it. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Causes Gums to Bleed?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, there are a variety of things that may be\ncausing your gums to bleed:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Your brushing and flossing routine: <\/strong>Using\ntoo much force or a hard-bristled toothbrush to clean your teeth can irritate\nyour gums and cause them to bleed. Also, if you\u2019re just starting to floss\nregularly, you may experience some bleeding until your gums adjust. <\/li><li><strong>Serious underlying health conditions: <\/strong>Bleeding\ngums can be an early warning sign of other health conditions developing in the\nbody, like diabetes, leukemia, and thrombocytopenia. <\/li><li><strong>Gum disease: <\/strong>The most common cause of\nbleeding gums is a buildup of plaque and bacteria along the gumline. This\neventually evolves into a bacterial infection in the gums known as gum disease.\nNot only does this common condition result in inflammation and bleeding, but it\ncan also lead to tooth loss and an increased risk of heart disease. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can Bleeding Gums be Treated?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whatever is causing your bleeding gums, you should talk to\nyour dentist right away. After checking other factors like your vitamin levels,\nmedication usage, and lifestyle, your dentist will likely suggest a treatment\naimed at reducing the amount of inflammation and bacteria in your gum tissue,\nlike: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>An improved dental routine: <\/strong>Brushing gently\nfor two minutes twice a day is sometimes all that\u2019s needed to restore your\nhealthy gums. Continue to floss daily even if it initially causes bleeding,\nsince this should quickly pass as your gums get healthier. <\/li><li><strong>Specialized oral health products: <\/strong>Ultra-soft\ntoothbrushes and nonabrasive toothpastes can ensure that your cleaning habits aren\u2019t\ncausing your teeth damage as well. Your dentist may recommend an antiseptic\nmouthwash to combat any oral infections. <\/li><li><strong>Periodontal disease therapy: <\/strong>If the\nbleeding is caused by a bacterial infection, there are several ways your\ndentist can use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/periodontal-therapy.html\">periodontal disease\ntherapy<\/a> to help. One is called scaling and root planning, which essentially\nworks as a deep clean for your mouth to remove the harmful bacteria. In more\nsevere cases, antibiotic therapy or gum surgery may be needed to fully eliminate\nthe disease and restore your gums. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to keep your gums from bleeding in the first\nplace is to regularly see your dentist for checkups and cleanings. With their help\nevery six months, you can protect your gums from bacteria, treat developing\nissues as early as possible, and maintain that happy, healthy smile!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>If you\u2019re concerned about your bleeding gums, we encourage\nyou to come see us at Olberding Dental in Lincoln, NE. Dr. Louis Olberding can identify\nthe root cause and help you overcome it. Additionally, since more than half of\nAmericans suffer from gum disease, he is proud to offer effective periodontal disease\ntherapies like scaling and root planning as well as antibiotic therapy. If you\nwant to keep your gums healthy and get your oral hygiene back on track, feel\nfree to contact him via his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or <strong>(402)\n488-2325. <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do your gums bleed when you brush or floss? It can be a startling sight to see blood in your mouth or sink after cleaning your teeth, but it\u2019s no reason to panic. However, easily bleeding gums shouldn\u2019t be ignored either. 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