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Bleeding gums and bad breath
I am 53 years old. I am suffering from bleeding from gums while brushing teeth. I also experience bad breath. Can you suggest proper treatment plan for this.
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Bleeding gums and bad breath are commonly due to gum infection (gingivitis or periodontitis) caused by plaque and tartar buildup.
Treatment plan usually includes:
• Professional scaling and deep cleaning
• Proper brushing technique and flossing
• Medicated mouthwash as advised
• Follow-up gum evaluation
With timely treatment and good oral hygiene, bleeding and bad breath usually improve. Please visit a dentist for clinical examination and cleaning.
Next Steps
• Get professional scaling and deep cleaning
• Gum assessment to check severity
• Medicated mouthwash if required
• Regular follow-up with your dentist
Health Tips
• Brush twice daily with a soft brush
• Use floss/interdental brush daily
• Avoid tobacco and rinse after meals
• Do not stop brushing even if gums bleed
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First off all bleeding gums are caused if the gums are swollen or due to very hard brushing of teeth . It also occurs due to deposition of plaque and calculus. So , in my opinion get proper teeth scaling done and brushing daily twice but with soft toothbrush not hard toothbrush .
Next Steps
have a soft toothbrush for brushing of teeth.
scaling of teeth every 6 months .
gargles with warm water or a good mouthwash.
Health Tips
eat geen leafy vegetables more .
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Gum bleeding and bad breath are early signs of gum infection caused by plaque and bacteria. Treatment usually includes professional scaling, proper brushing and flossing, tongue cleaning, and short-term medicated mouthwash. With timely care and regular maintenance, gum health can be restored and bad breath eliminated.
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Hi,
Bleeding gums is mainly due to underlying gingival inflammation(gum problem). It is common in people with plaque(deposits on tooth) and underlying gingival problems. Proper professional oral prophylaxis can help you solve the problem.
Next Steps
1.Visit a dentist
2. Get and proper scaling(tooth cleaning and polishing)
3.Chlorhexidine mouthwash - twice daily for 1 week
4. Do proper brushing twice daily and flossing
5.Warm saline rinse
Health Tips
1.Review after 2 weeks and take necessary advise
2. It will be good if you can do the scaling every 6 months after a dental consultation because this is very important for your gum health
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Hello
Bleeding gums and bad breath suggest a periodontal problem.
Clean teeth twice a day, use chlorhexidine mouth wash, use tannic acid gum paint.
Next Steps
visit the dentist for scaling and polishing
Health Tips
use
chlorhexidine mouth wash twice a day
tannic acid gum paint
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Most likely the underlying cause is Periodontal disease.Are you suffering from Diabetes or taking any medication ?
Adv - 1) Proper twice daily brushing
2)Interdependent cleaning (floss, interdental brushes)
3) Tongue cleaning (very important for halitosis)
Some investigation are required like 1) OPG X ray
2) Hb a1c test
Next Steps
Next go to dentist for professional cleaning (scaling, polishing & root planing)
Health Tips
Chlorhexidine mouthwash wash (.2%) twice daily for 1 week
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Bleeding gums are most commonly caused by plaque and tartar accumulation around the teeth and gums. The primary treatment involves professional scaling and gum cleaning (curettage) to remove these deposits and reduce inflammation. After evaluation, further treatment, if required, will be advised.
Next Steps
Please consult a dentist for clinical evaluation and further treatment.
Health Tips
warm water and salt rinse 2 to 3 times a day
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Dr. Manish Agarwal
Endodontist
The basic treatment will include prophylaxis-scaling and polishing.
In addition a OPG should be done to see if there is bone loss. In case the diagnosis of periodontitis further treatment starting with periodontal curettage and root planing to periodontal surgery might be required.
Initially scaling and polishing will help in reducing the problems.
Next Steps
Consult a dentist and if further treatment is required a periodontist might be preferred.
Health Tips
Scaling and polishing should be done initially
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