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Why does my tongue bleed when i brush my teeth

Hello doctor when my mother clear her tongue after brush its bleed ... so please tell me cause or prevention.

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See a dentist in person as this cannot be discussed through chat. ...  Read More

Teeth bleeds while doing brush and pressing the gum. Blood came from almost all side. Please try to help me for that. I did cleaning last year also but did not stop. I used stolin and mouth fresh .

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Hello Gums bleed due to inflammation causes by plaque so u should get scaling again and at regular intervals of 6months.You might need other periodontal procedures if required. You should chew tab lim ...  Read More

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Gums bleeds - I have plaque problem as well, kindly suggest is it serious issue if my gums bleed, kindly suggest

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Yes , u need to get a professional scaling done by a dentist . And learn how to maintain oral hygiene. ...  Read More

Hello, I am a 16 year old guy. I exercise a lot and also play sports and eat healthy. I do not have any bad habits and always brush my teeth 2 times a day. But still then, why does my gums bleed while brushing. Is it a disease? What do I do?

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Hello You should go for a dental cleaning and then follow instructions given by the dentist ...  Read More

My gums bleed, specially in between the teeth, when I brush. I also think that my gums are swollen. Started brushing twice a day 2-3 months back. But before that brushing even once a day was irregular. I am a smoker and I think smoke has harmed my gums.

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You are suffering from gingivitis ...  Read More

Very frequently I feel some pain in tongue .. While looking at mirror it seems very small blister but not visible properly..After rubbing with teeth from top to bottom it bleeds like bloods strains.. Sometimes it seems as it get cuts It comes and goes.. There is no ulcer.I am worried why it is happening and what it is?? Please help.

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My one year old is not allowing me to brush his teeth. He has about 10 teeth. Can you suggest brush and ways by which this can be done ??

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You have to try to do something fun like show brushing on the child's stuffed animal like teddy bear. Then let the child do it. Give some reward if he allows brushing. Search Google for other ideas. ...  Read More

Teeth are not becoming after brush from many years. I brush twice a day with Colgate paste. But, teeth are yellow

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Hi, I will try my best to help you. Yellow colour of your teeth could be due to tartar or flourosis, you have to go for teeth cleaning and polishing once in six months at least otherwise it leads to g ...  Read More

While brushing my teeth I often bleed even after brushing my teeth there is a kind smell that comes from what should I do

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Bleeding gums are a sign of gingivitis, or inflammation of your gums. It's a common and mild form of gum disease, and it's caused by a buildup of plaque at your gumline. If you have gingivitis, your g ...  Read More

I am unable to brush my teeth regularly because I feel laziness. Is mouthwash a good alternative to brush my teeth if I am unable to brush my teeth regularly?

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Brushing manually is the best method along with flossing. Electric brushes are available and water flosser also effective of regular dental flosses. ...  Read More

I notice bleeding sometime while brushing the teeth Please suggest what to do .also there is white lines near my some teeth and also my gums pain sometimes

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Hello According to whatever you mentioned, it looks like gingivitis Please visit the dentist for the scaling that is cleaning of the teeth ...  Read More

I had re rct done for tooth twice in 2 years- despite this i feel mild sensitivity in different areas of my teeth- can't pinpoint at one.. my teeth are also brittle and thin because of grinding over years Please suggest me the right toothpaste for my teeth- I wearing night guard since two days.. If you could suggest toothbrush and mouthwash as w

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Hi, You can use a soft bristle toothbrush with sensodyne repair and protect tooth paste and Clorox ADS mouthwash. Consult a dentist and learn the brushing technique suitable for you. Keep in mind that ...  Read More

Hi My kid is 3 years old and not at all brushing her teeth even she is seeing us brushing also everyday she will cry not to brush what to do

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Avoid force: Forcing a child can create a negative association with brushing and make it harder in the long run. * Be patient: It might take time and persistence to change their resistance. * Consis ...  Read More

I have itching tongue on one side for past 20 days. Feels like not brushing the teeth even after brushing regularly. ( had done with denistry and implant plate on jaw 10 yrs before)

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Will need physical examination ...  Read More

My teeth us becoming yellow, sometimes when i brush it bleeds, have bad smell coming from mouth, dental plaque like seen , dont know whether my gum is reciding or what , i wanna to ask if it will be there will i loose my teeth, please advice me something that i can do to keep my teeth white and healthy

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Looks like plaque and calculus ...  Read More

Hi, can I use silicone finger brushes for brushing a two year olds teeth? And what toothpaste can I use? Thank you.

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U can use pedo tooth brush with kids tooth paste which contain fluoride to avoid cavities,but care should be taken to avoid swallowing of excessive tooth paste. ...  Read More

My puppy was playing with us suddenly he got a cut in his mouth or tongue and it started to bleed we applied ice and it stopped is it common ? My vet said he is alright but I am worried

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He is fine don't panic. Tongue in pups heel fast ...  Read More

Hello age 31 Root cancal and wisdom tooth extraction done 8 months ago since than half of lips area no sensation . . But same side right side one of teeth jaw getting little bleed and smell whenever I done brsuh kindly advice any tablet or permanent Attached picture

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Hello For the first part of the question you need visit the clinic for consult For bleeding apply Anabel gum gel thrice daily ...  Read More

My tongue white and smelly.Please suggest medicine or good mouth wash.Every day 2 time brush teeth and tongue.

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult ...  Read More

How many times we should brush our teeth and how? I have gap in molar teeth and one molar tooth has cavities and can't eat from it

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If you want to save your tooth go for xray to see the depth of infection. Brush your teeth twice daily. ...  Read More

Which brush is best for brushing teeth to avoid bleeding from teeth and bleeding forming in my first 2 teeth after waking every day. What is the reason and how can I avoid this

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To avoid bleeding from the gums while brushing, it's essential to use a soft-bristled toothbrush and adopt proper brushing techniques. Bleeding gums can be a sign of gum disease, also known as gingivi ...  Read More

My son is 1 year old and he has got 6 teeth i want to start brushing his teeth however unable to understand how to use toothpaste as he will not be able to spit so how should i clean tooth paste from his teeth. Also should use children's toothpaste esp for it?

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Dental care should begin at 1 year of age The amount of toothpaste used should be a size of grain Tooth paste should be low fluoride containing one Toothbrush should be of soft bristles ,oval and cu ...  Read More

How much time should I brush everyday morning? Is there any recommended to brush teeth this much minimum or maximum?

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The quality of brushing always matters more than the quantity of brushing. However 2-3 mins of brushing with proper technique should be sufficient. ...  Read More

I accidentally brushed my teeth using candid. As soon as I figured out it wasn't my tooth paste I spat it out. And brushed my teeth using my toothpaste. Will there be any issue.

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Hello No issue .don’t worry ...  Read More

Hello Dr. My son is almost an year old now. I wanted to know when can I start brushing his teeth and what will be the appropriate way to brush his teeth with any tootpaste or plain water ?

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Yes u can start brushing With toothpaste ...  Read More

Hi. Please suggest me when and how to start brushing teeth for baby my kid age is 10 months And which brush and paste should i use

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Start brushing your baby's teeth as soon as you see them come through. initially just try to clean teeth with clean soft cloth, later use a baby toothbrush with a small amount of fluoride toothpaste. ...  Read More

I am facing the problem of white tongue whenever i woke up in the morning my tongue looks white, after brushing the teeth my tongue looks normal i have also done my blood test the report is normal. At night i feels thirsty whenever I woke up i am facing this problem since one month what should i do .

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ...  Read More

I go to 2 different dentist for blood from last teeth for last 4 months. It comes when some food stuck and when drink less water. Dentist said wisdom comes out. But feel no pain no swelling but blood comes every morning. My question is will I take limcee and please tell me timming and dose please help

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You have to consult a doctor in person for examination but bleeding gums can be caused by vitamin c deficiency so any vit C tab 500 better to take chewable once daily 30days and look for difference. ...  Read More

My son have a fever from morning onwards From evening onwards he is spitting and also some times teeth and tongue is biting . Talking water more Please I need ur help Please suggest me

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Kindly visit the hospital since your history suggests baby has seizures ...  Read More

Hi Doctor! For the past 2 days at night time while trying to sleep my tongue getting dry and going side towards the right hand side of teeth. This is not happening at day time or any active session. Pls share your thoughts

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