How Can I Treat Bleeding Gums at Home?
Dr. Suresh Amarnathan, BDS.,
Apr 12, 2019
- Brush Often: Brushing with a soft-bristle toothbrush in a circular motion will help stimulate your gums, help prevent bleeding gums and strengthen the tissue that protects your teeth.
- Brush with Anti-Gingivitis Toothpaste: If you struggle with bleeding gums, you may want to consider toothpaste that can neutralize the plaque found around the gum line.
- Floss Daily: Flossing is one of the most important habits to help prevent bleeding gums and maintain good oral health. It removes plaque and food particles that may be under the gum line and lead to bleeding gums.
- Combine for Best Results: For best results, use multiple products together to keep your mouth, gums and teeth healthy.
- Avoid Tobacco: Tobacco use can damage your gums, and can also make you far more likely to develop gum disease.
- See a Dentist Regularly: Harmful plaque bacteria can even lead to issues beyond gingivitis like weakened tooth enamel. The cleaning performed twice a year at your dentist’s office will remove plaque and tartar that can’t be removed at home. This will help prevent bleeding gums and keep your mouth healthy. You should visit your dentist for a professional cleaning and dental exam at least twice in a year. This can help prevent early gum disease from progressing into more serious gum disease.
- Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle: Eating a balanced diet and avoiding between-meal snacking. Also, reducing stress from your life can help prevent gum disease.
