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Bleeding gums
My bottom gums bleed whenever I brush and I kind of feel uneasy currently there isn't any visible pain just bleeding and a bit pain while brushing. I feel this started to happen after I used a paste of baking soda and water to brush my teeth. I am really worried.
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Please be calm
I think you are having either chronic gingivitis or periodontitis.also stop using this mouthwash.for further details you can consult me
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Bleeding gums are caused when the infection starts breaking up tissues around your teeth. This leads to mobile and weak teeth. Pleaae visit a dentist and get pocket depth checked. According to the pocket depth your dentist will advice you to undergo scaling or currettage or flap surgery. Get the treatment done to maintain your oral condition and strong teeth.
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1) Stop using baking soda and water. It will damage the teeth further
2) Stay on regular follow up with your dentist
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Dear patient,
Do not use baking soda again ,start using sendodent kf toothpaste and soft bristle toothbrush for 1 week along with sensoform gumpaint twice a day for 1 week.
Next Steps
warm saline rinses twice a day for 3 days.
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If persists use Rexiden mouthwash twice a day and plz visit your nearby dentist for proper treatment and ultrasonic scaling.
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Hi,
Don't worry it will be ok.
Baking soda should not be used to brush your teeth. It's too harsh.
Please check the following:
- Does the gum in the problem area seem red and swollen?
- Do you see any yellow, brown or black lining near the gum line.?
- Is the gum in that area painful to touch?
You may need some medication to heal the gums.
Please consult online for medicines.
In the meantime do the following:
- Use a soft tooth brush.
- Lukewarm salt water rinse thrice daily.
- Any medicated mouthwash rinse twice daily.
Next Steps
Consult online
Health Tips
Please prefer a toothpaste over baking soda for healthy teeth.
Photograph of the problem area helps to understand your query better.
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Dear Patient
Bleeding gums can happen due to many reasons. Most reasons are treatable.
Avoid using what you find on Google for treatment. You need to get checked first to know the exact reason. You can Consult me for checkup.
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avoid self medication and diagnosis
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Dr. Gaurav Goel
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Get a Dental cleaning done
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