Bleeding gums
It is a condition that causes the human gums to bleed for reasons that vary from person to person. This bleeding may also be an indication of the presence of certain diseases, such as blood cancer, or a disorder in platelets.
Bleeding occurs in the gums for several reasons, which may be caused by inflammation of the gums, or using a toothbrush harshly on the gums. Bleeding is caused by the same vitamin C in the body, vitamin K deficiency, or a wrong toothpick in the mouth. Or because of hormonal disorders especially in pregnant women. Or because of gum exposure to certain wounds.
Symptoms of bleeding gums
- Bleeding time brushing significantly.
- Blood out in the saliva.
- Eating coarse food contributes to bleeding.
- The foul smell of the mouth.
There are many causes of bleeding in the gums, but (inflammation of the gums) is the most common cause among individuals. When you do not care about the cleanliness of the mouth, and the accumulation of bacteria over time, the layer of bacteria (plaque) formed on the teeth and gums, and these bacteria release toxins, and lead to inflammation. Which in turn leads to bleeding.
For prevention of bleeding gums
- Clean the teeth the right way.
- Use a dental floss to clean them at least once a day.
- Visit the dentist every six months.
- Rinse with warm water and salt.
Gum treatment
- Gargle with salted water for 30 seconds.
- Place a tea bag in the boiling water, then remove it from the water to cool, and place it on the gum area for five minutes.
- Put on the place of injury in the gums honey, it is a disinfectant that cleanses the mouth of germs and bacteria.
- Drink cranberry juice, where cranberries help prevent bacteria from sticking to your teeth.
- Eat foods containing vitamin C, such as lemon and orange, grapes, mangoes, kiwi, and strawberries as well.
- Eat foods containing vitamin D, such as salmon, eggs, and whale liver oil. And exposure to sunlight is sufficient.
- Quit Smoking .
- Rinse with cinnamon powder.
- Drink boiled cloves.
- Blend with a mixture of powdered cumin and vinegar.
- Crush garlic and place it on the place of pain in the gums.