Wellness
Don’t panic.
Maybe your toothpaste is a bit pink when you spit in the sink, too.
Ivette Soto, DDS, a dentist based in Denton, Texas.
It also isnt necessarily a dental emergency.
So really, theres no need to panic.
Early intervention is always the best course of action, so dont wait until youre in pain.
Again, a little bit of blood isnt necessarily a cause for concern.
Oncegum tissue is irritated and inflamed, it will bleed easily when brushing or flossing.
Another possible culprit?Periodontitis, aka a more severe form of gum disease.
This infection can cause the gums to become inflamed and to bleed during brushing.
They can treat gingivitis and periodontitis, and send you home with a good game plan.
As with all things dental health, prevention is the best route of action.
Studies referenced:
Alasqah, M. (2019).
Inflammation of the Gums.
PMID: 32284812; PMCID: PMC7136683.
Rathee, M. (2022).
In: StatPearls [Internet].
Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2022 Jan. PMID: 32491354.
Eur J Oral Sci.
1997 Oct;105(5 Pt 2):508-22. doi: 10.1111/j.1600-0722.1997.tb00238.x.
Sources:
Dr. Ivette Soto, DDS, general dentist
Dr. Joyce Kahng, cometic dentist
