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Blood from Gums
What is this spot in my gums blood was coming from here went to dentist to get it cleaned as there bacterial infection, for 2 weeks after that there was nothing and now this today morning I saw this
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Bleeding gums most commonly indicate gingivitis (early gum disease) caused by plaque and tartar buildup along the gumline, or aggressive brushing.
Common Causes
⢠Poor Oral Hygiene: Plaque accumulation irritates gum tissue, causing inflammation, tenderness, and bleeding during brushing or flossing.
⢠Gum Disease: Gingivitis (reversible) or periodontitis (advanced bone and tissue damage).
⢠Nutritional Deficiencies: A lack of Vitamin C (which can lead to scurvy) or Vitamin K (which affects blood clotting).
⢠Medications & Health Conditions: Blood thinners, hormonal shifts (such as during pregnancy), diabetes, or blood disorders like leukemia.
⢠Physical Trauma: Brushing too hard, rough flossing, or ill-fitting dentures.
Immediate Home Care & Relief
⢠Brush gently: Use a soft-bristled or extra-soft toothbrush with gentle, circular motions.
⢠Floss daily: Clean carefully between teeth to remove trapped plaque.
⢠Apply cold/pressure: If bleeding is acute, press a clean piece of gauze or a cold compress/ice cube against the area to constrict blood vessels.
⢠Rinse: Use warm salt water or an alcohol-free antimicrobial mouth rinse recommended by your dentist.
When to See a Dentist or Doctor
⢠Gums continue to bleed for more than two weeks despite good oral hygiene.
⢠You notice severe swelling, pus, loose teeth, or persistent bad breath.
⢠The bleeding is heavy, spontaneous, or accompanied by unexplained bruising or fatigue
Next Steps
Maintain god oral hygiene and do not brush agressively in the particular area
Health Tips
Visit dentist for further treatment
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Localised form of gingivitis it may be due to that tilted tooth which lead to difficult to clean with brush .. don't worry it will subside
Next Steps
do gentle brushing in that specific area
Health Tips
maintain hygiene of the oral cavity
use Mouthwash (CHX)
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Hi, it is possible that bleeding may have occurred due to trauma to an ulcerative lesion. It can be gingivitis.
Next Steps
warm saline rinses usually provide relief but I suggest that u visit dentist for thorough evaluation
Health Tips
do not ignore the condition as u said it was self occuring visit dentist
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Some Oral Hygiene Instructions you could follow like
1. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush and brush twice daily using the proper brushing technique.
2. Use interdental brushes to ensure thorough cleaning between your teeth.
3. Rinse with warm saline water to maintain good gum health.
If the condition persists, please visit your dentist for a proper diagnosis and further treatment.
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May be some toothbrush injury can be there
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Since the bleeding has returned after scaling i think u should arrange a dental review rather than assume it is simply a bacterial infection. Persistent ulceration or unexplained recurrent bleeding requires investigation.
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if the lesion appears for more than two weeks then it should not be ignored.
if it fails to heal and recurs frequently go for investigation
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There might be some tooth brush injury or sharp food items. Main reason seems to be an injury. But if it was already bleeding spot before u had cleaning done, then the cause would be swollen gingiva bcz of gingival infection.
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If the wound doesnât go way at all or is persistently comes back, pls consult your dentist.
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It is unusual for infection to come back like this. A more detailed history taking is important. How did the infection start? What triggered it? For now your next course of action should be to get it cleaned and removed again along with antibiotics for the prescribed duration.
Repeated infection should be raised as a alarm as its not normal.
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Hlo….as u have undergone scaling 2 weeks before and its happened again it indicate persistent local inflammation or an underlying periodontal problem.
However a diagnosis can not be confirmed from a photograph alone.
Next Steps
*Please have the area examined by a dentist.
*A periodontal probing and dental x ray ,if indicated,may be needed to check for a deep pocket,calculus below gum, bone loss,or a localised infection.
*continue gental brushing twice daily, clean between the teeth with floss or interdental brush.
*Avoid repeatedly pressing,picking,or squeezing the area.
Health Tips
If there is pus,increasing swelling,spontaneous bleeding,severe pain,bad taste,fever or facial swelling, seek dental care promptly.
Even if the area is painless,recurrence after professional cleaning should be evaluated rather than assuming it is just a temporary gum irritation.
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It's is related to gum infection in inter dental region of lateral incisor and canine and causing the trouble.
Next Steps
apply the medicated gel prescribed by the dentist after clearing session and visit dentist for the same for through evaluation and treatment
Health Tips
lukewarm salt water rinse after every meals for 7days
vitamin c and b12 containing diet should be consumed .
keep it clean.
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There might be some tooth brush injury or sharp food items. Main reason seems to be an injury. But if it was already bleeding spot before u had cleaning done, then the cause would be swollen gingiva bcz of gingival infection.
Next Steps
U can do warm saline gargles. And I would recommend one gel- metrohex gel. Use two to three times a day, keep for two minutes and spit.
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If the wound doesn’t go way at all or is persistently comes back, consult a gum specialist (periodontist)
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Dr. Zoya Shakil Modak
Dentist
4 yrs exp
Navi Mumbai
i could see accomodation on your teeth which may result in bleeding gums , would advice complete oral prophylaxis
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Dr. Sidhi Jain
Dentist
2 yrs exp
Bikaner
The ulceration in the interdental gingiva between your upper left lateral incisor and canine may be due to localized gingival inflammation, plaque accumulation, or local trauma. Since it has recurred after previous treatment, the underlying cause needs to be identified. There is no need to panic, but proper evaluation is important.
Next Steps
Please revisit your dentist for a clinical examination of the affected area. Your dentist may assess for periodontal pocketing, local irritants, or infection and perform appropriate local debridement if indicated. Please share a clear clinical photograph and an intraoral periapical (IOPA) X-ray of the affected region, if available, for further assessment. Please also tell your dentist whether any pus is coming from the area and whether you experience pain when biting. A more detailed history is needed, including when the lesion first appeared, how often it recurs, any recent dental treatment or trauma, and whether you have swelling, bleeding, fever, bad taste, or tooth sensitivity.
Health Tips
Perform warm saline rinses 4–5 times daily and maintain gentle oral hygiene. Apply metronidazole gel locally 3–4 times daily as directed by your dentist. If you have been prescribed antibiotics, follow your dentist’s instructions and do not repeat or extend the course without consultation. Avoid touching and irritating the area with aggressive brushing or sharp foods. If the ulcer persists for two weeks, or you develop increasing swelling, fever, pus discharge, or spreading pain, seek prompt dental evaluation.
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Dr. Dhivyadharshini
Dentist
6 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi, I have seen both your photos.
What you are seeing is localized severe gingivitis / inflamed gum tissue (likely Pyogenic Granuloma) in your upper front gum. The gums are red, swollen, and bleeding easily - this happens due to plaque/tartar and food lodgment in that area.
The fact that it came back just 2 weeks after cleaning means there is a local factor still present - like a deep gum pocket, food getting stuck between those two teeth, or a small gum growth that bleeds on touch. It is NOT a generalized infection coming back.
Please tell:
1. Is bleeding spontaneous or only on brushing?
2. Any pain, pus, bad breath?
3. Any diabetes / blood thinner tablet / smoking habit?
Next Steps
1. You need an in-person re-evaluation. Please visit your dentist for periodontal probing + IOPA X-ray of that area.
2. You will need re-scaling / deep cleaning of that spot, and if there is a small gum growth, a minor excision (5-min procedure).
3. Do not take antibiotics on your own, it needs physical cleaning.
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Tips till you visit
• Don't poke it with toothpick/finger
• Brush gently with soft brush, warm saline rinse twice daily
• Use floss/interdental brush to prevent food lodgment
• Include Vitamin C fruits, avoid smoking
It is a treatable local gum issue, but get it checked within 2-3 days as repeated bleeding from same spot needs clinical exam.
Hope this helps.
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