BLEEDING GUMS

The primary cause of bleeding gum is gingivitis i.e. inflammation of the gum . Inflammation of the gum results from reaction of the gum tissue to harmful stimuli such as plaque, calculus and oral microorganisms .In gingivitis, evidence of inflammation is observed which include redness, swelling and occasional tenderness of the gum.

An inflamed gum may bleed spontaneously, upon probing or at the time of tooth brushing.

Progression of gingivitis leads to periodontitis, an advanced disease of the periodontium in which bone supporting the tooth is lost with resultant mobility and eventual loss of tooth.

The most common cause of bleeding gum is poor oral hygiene from plague and calculus accumulation. If your gum bleeds, make an appointment with your dentist to know the cause and get treatment.

Local causes

1.      Plaque and calculus (tartar) accumulation

2.      Improper brushing and flossing technique.

3.       ill-fitting denture

4.      Smoking

5.      Trauma from fish bone.

6.      Periodontal abscess.

Systemic causes

Leukemia

Bleeding disorder

Pregnancy

Vitamin C or K deficiency