1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor
  3. Tooth and Mouth

  4. Bleeding gums. What it could be?

Bleeding gums

2023-11-25 15:36:41
I've been noticing whitish swollen gums occasionally bleeding while brushing around one of the last molar teeth at the back. It's not very painful but definitely sensitive. What it could be?
92 Views

Answers (3)

Get your queries answered instantly with Practo AI FREE

50000+ health queries resolved in last month

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

It could be recurrent pericoronitis

Answered2023-11-29 04:54:26

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Didn't find the answer you are looking for?

Talk to experienced dentist online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.

+142
Consult with a dentist
Online now
Go for full mouth scalling Salt with luke warm water gargle Use mouthwash Mentain oral hygiene Visit dental clinic

Answered2023-11-25 16:21:16

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

It could be localized gingivitis. Maintain oral hygiene. Warm saline rinses thrice a day. Visit a local dentist for physical evaluation and treatment (as required).

Answered2023-11-25 15:49:59

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Articles you may like

Why Are My Gums Bleeding

Dr.Prashant Ojha

Here is what you need to know about your bleeding gums.Symptoms of Gum Disease that You Should Watch ForKeep an eye on y ... Read more

Seven Natural Methods to Prevent Bleeding Gums.

Dr.Prashant Ojha

Gum bleeding is very common now a days.  But most of the natural treatments at home can go a long way toward improving y ... Read more

Are Your Gums Bleeding?

Dr.Saket Gaurav

Most of us once in a while or often must have noticed spitting a bit of blood in the sink after brushing and flossing, i ... Read more

Bleeding Gums: Symptoms and Prevention

Dr.Dhruti Mehta

Most adults in India have gum disease to some degree and most people experience it at least once. It's much less common ... Read more

The Levels of Gum Disease - Bleeding Gums to Teeth Mobility

Dr.Sanjog Chandak

Have you noticed blood sink when you spit? Bleeding from gums can be first sign of gum disease. When disease is mild cal ... Read more

Are You Suffering From Bleeding Gums?

Dr.Mukesh K Asrani

Have you ever noticed bleeding from your gums while brushing or biting on an apple or any food? If yes, then better get ... Read more

Tell us what's troubling you

Want relief from cold & cough?

Consult Now

Down with fever or flu?

Consult Now

Stomach out of order?

Consult Now

Tired of clinic wait times?

Consult Now

Related Questions

Swollen gums

37836 Views
When ever I eat red meat, It gets stuck inbetween my premolars and molars. How much ever I try to remove ...Read More

Stolin gum astringent for gums bleeding

9535 Views
Hello... Is it safe to use stolin gum astringent (Dr. Reddy) for gums bleeding and swelling during pregna ...Read More

Swollen gums due to infection(abscess)

8503 Views
I have dental abscess. so i asked my denstist to open my tooth. before it was painful but now it isnt. so ...Read More

Gum swollen

7965 Views
4 days back i ate some hot food stuff. After that My upper inner side tooth gum gets slightly swollen. I ...Read More

Gum Problem

6908 Views
I've got too much blood in my gums. Whenever I suck my gums it will get too much of blood. My gums are to ...Read More

Tartar buildup and Bleeding loose gum

55 Views
Hey y'all, Just a small question. I am attaching a photo in which you can see the bottom of my front teet ...Read More

Swollen gums

92 Views
I have swollen single gum in my right below side teeth from last 7-8 days also my voice is cracking somet ...Read More

Bleeding gums from last 1 1/2 year

77 Views
It was bleeding since last 2 years so again I did dental scaling a month back ago .. so bleeding has sto ...Read More

Gum problem

111 Views
Gums leaving my molar tooth. Please help! Mild irritation fiforr 2 days, currently no pain. Noticed it a ...Read More

Gum bleeding

135 Views
My gum bleeds during brushing of teeth from last few months and now I can see minor blood in the morning ...Read More
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.