Symptom Breakdown
What you feel
Your gums appear bright red, swollen, and puffy instead of a healthy, firm pink. They bleed easily when you brush or floss. Gingivitis is usually painless, so many people ignore the bleeding until the disease becomes severe.
Why it happens
The primary cause is plaque buildup. Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that irritates the gingiva (gums). When left unbrushed, it triggers an inflammatory immune response, causing the tissues to swell and bleed easily.
Clinical Advice
- Do not stop brushing because it bleeds. Gums bleed because they are inflamed by bacteria; avoiding brushing will only make the infection worse.
- Use a soft-bristled brush to gently clean at a 45-degree angle toward the gum line.
- Floss daily to remove the bacteria trapped between teeth.
Treatment Note
Professional prophylaxis (scaling and polishing) to remove hardened tartar, followed by strict home care instructions and antimicrobial mouthwashes.
Stop Gum Disease Before It Destroys Bone
Gingivitis is the early, 100% reversible stage of gum disease. If the bleeding and inflammation are ignored, the infection will travel below the gum line and begin eating away at your jawbone (Periodontitis). By having a professional cleaning to remove the source of the irritation, your gums will heal and stop bleeding within days. Connect with our hygiene panel in Kharadi.