Why Are Your Gums Bleeding? (2)

 

 

Why Are Your Gums Bleeding?(2)

 

 

 

 

You take certain medications

 

Blood thinners like wafarin can make you bleed

more easily – including from your gums.

Some anti-seizure, blood pressure,

and immune-suppressing grugs make the gums

grow too quickly. The new gum tissue is more

delicate and may bleed when you brush it.

Antidepressants, antihistamines, and high blood

pressure medicines cause dry mouth, which can

contribute to gum disease.

 

 

 

 

You’re pregnant

 

Your belly isn’t the only part of you that swells

during pregnancy. Hormone changes send more

blood flow to your gums. Your gums are also

more likely to get hit by bacteria that cause

plaque, which is called pregnancy gingivitis.

Good brushing and flossing are especially

important during these 9 months.

 

 

 

 

Your dentures don’t fit

 

They let you eat and give you back a more

natural smile. But if your dentures don’t fit,

they can slide around in your mouth and rub

painfully against your gums. To heal the sores

and bring down swelling, hold warm compresses

against your gums and rinse your mouth with

salt water. Then see the dentist as soon as

you can to get your dentures refitted or

a dental implant.

 

 

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