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Bleeding gums? Here’s what your body is trying to tell you

You’re brushing your teeth before bed and notice pink in the sink. Or perhaps you’ve spotted blood on your floss, or your gums bled whilst eating an apple. It’s easy to dismiss bleeding gums as "normal" or "just one of those things" – but here’s the truth: gums shouldn’t bleed.

Your gums are trying to tell you something important, and ignoring that message could lead to serious problems down the line. At Love Teeth, our experienced team across our six Surrey locations sees patients with bleeding gums every single day. The good news? In most cases, bleeding gums are reversible with the right care and attention.

you’re in Sutton, Cheam, Worcester Park, New Malden, or Stonecot, what’s your bleeding gums – and what to do about it – is the first step towards teeth and gums.

The most common cause: gum disease (gingivitis)

If your gums are bleeding, the most likely is – the early stage of gum disease. Before you panic, understand that is incredibly common, affecting around 50-90% of UK adults at some point in their lives. More importantly, it’s completely reversible when caught and treated early.

Gingivitis is of the gums caused by bacterial plaque buildup. Every day, a sticky film of called plaque forms on your teeth. If this plaque isn’t proper and flossing, it continues to accumulate, particularly along the gum line. The in this plaque produce toxins that irritate your gum tissue, that makes your gums red, swollen and prone to .

When your gums are healthy, they’re firm and . But when they’re inflamed, they become engorged with blood as your immune system rushes to defend the area. The tissue swollen and fragile. Even gentle from your or floss can cause these delicate, inflamed tissues to bleed.

The reassuring news? Gingivitis is reversible. With home care and professional cleaning from our hygienist, your gums can return to full health, usually within a few weeks.

When gingivitis becomes periodontitis

Whilst gingivitis is reversible, it allows the condition to into periodontitis – a more serious form of gum that can cause permanent damage. When gingivitis goes untreated, the infection spreads deeper beneath the gum line, affecting the periodontal and even the bone your teeth.

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Your gums begin to pull away from your teeth, creating "pockets" where bacteria . These become deeper over time, and the bacteria within them are increasingly to remove. Eventually, this can lead to loose teeth or even tooth loss.

Warning signs include:

bleeding that doesn’t even with better brushing and flossing, receding gums that make your teeth appear longer, loose or shifting teeth, persistent bad breath or bad taste, pain or when chewing, and changes in how your teeth fit together.

The key difference between and periodontitis is . Gingivitis is reversible, but causes permanent damage. This is why bleeding gums promptly is so important.

Other reasons your gums might be bleeding

Whilst gum disease is the most common cause, other factors can contribute to bleeding gums. too hard or using a hard-bristled brush can traumatise gum tissue. Starting a new flossing might cause temporary bleeding that should resolve within a week or two.

gingivitis affects up to 75% of pregnant women, as hormonal changes blood flow to the gums. Medications that thin your blood can make bleeding more noticeable. deficiencies, particularly Vitamin C and K, can cause gums. Poorly fitting dentures or dental can also irritate gums.

Underlying health like diabetes, blood disorders, or autoimmune conditions can manifest as bleeding gums. If your bleeding gums are accompanied by other unusual symptoms, both your and your GP.

The connection between gum disease and overall health

Your mouth isn’t separate from the rest of your body. Research shows that gum disease can have implications for your general wellbeing. studies have found associations between periodontal and cardiovascular problems. The from gums can enter your bloodstream and to arterial inflammation.

The between gum disease and diabetes works both ways – diabetes makes you more susceptible to infections, whilst severe gum disease can make diabetes harder to . Bacteria from your mouth can be breathed into your lungs, potentially causing respiratory infections. Pregnant women with disease may face higher risks of premature birth and low birth weight babies.

When to see a hygienist about bleeding gums

Don’t wait for your check-up if you experience that for more than a week despite improved and flossing, bleeding accompanied by pain or swelling, visible recession where your gums are pulling away from your teeth, teeth that feel loose or are shifting position, persistent bad breath that doesn’t improve, or from only one area.

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At your appointment, we’ll conduct a comprehensive gum health assessment, perform professional to remove plaque and calculus, use our advanced airflow cleaning technology, provide personalised oral hygiene advice, and create a treatment plan if needed.

Taking control at home

Professional dental care is crucial, but what you do at home every day even more. Use a brush at a 45-degree angle to your gum line, making small . Spend at least two minutes brushing, covering all surfaces of all teeth. Don’t scrub – let the do the work.

Flossing is crucial because brushing alone cleans only about 60% of your tooth . The spaces between your teeth are unreachable by your toothbrush, yet plaque there readily. Use about 45cm of floss, gently it between your teeth, it around each tooth in a C-shape.

Antibacterial can be a useful addition to your routine, particularly if you have gingivitis. A diet high in sugar feeds the bacteria that cause gum disease, whilst C is for gum tissue. Staying helps saliva production, which is your mouth’s against bacteria.

If you smoke, quitting should be a . weakens your immune system, reduces blood flow to your gums, and interferes with healing. Smokers are significantly more likely to develop and lose teeth.

Prevention is always better than treatment

At Love Teeth, we’ve built our philosophy around prevention. Regular hygiene are the of this approach. No matter how you brush and floss, some plaque in hard-to-reach areas. Over time, this plaque hardens into calculus, which cannot be by .

Most patients benefit from hygiene every six months. However, some need more frequent care OmniJuve – Skin Rejuvenation every three to four months if you have a history of gum disease, are diabetic, smoke, are pregnant, have braces, or are prone to heavy calculus buildup.

Catching problems early saves money, and teeth. A hygiene appointment costs far less than gum . might need just improved home care and professional . might require multiple deep cleaning sessions. Advanced periodontitis might lead to tooth loss, implants, bridges or dentures – costing thousands of pounds.

Listen to what your gums are telling you

Bleeding gums aren’t something to or accept as normal. They’re your body’s warning system, you to inflammation that needs . The good news is that gum disease is highly preventable and treatable, especially when caught early.

At Love Teeth, our hygiene team is ready to help you achieve and maintain gum health across all six of our Surrey locations. If you’re bleeding gums, call Love Teeth on or at any of our six Surrey practices in Cheam, Sutton, Worcester Park, New Malden, Chessington or Stonecot.

As of the 2024 Patient Care Award from the Dentistry Awards, we’re committed to providing gentle, effective treatment that your . Your gums are trying to tell you something important. We’re here to help you listen, respond, and restore your oral health.

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