Why are my gums bleeding?
- Dr.Kavitha Rabindran
- Dec 17, 2021
- 2 min read
Bleeding of gums during brushing and frequent swelling of gums is a sign of unhealthy gums and requires immediate attention which can otherwise lead to severe gum diseases.
Causes of gum bleeding include:
-Gingivitis
-Improper brushing and/or flossing technique
-Pregnancy
-Vitamin C deficiency
-Vitamin K deficiency
-Systemic diseases such as diabetes
-Useage of blood thiners
-Smoking
-Stress
Gingivitis:
It is the inflammation of gums which is caused due to deposition of plaque at the gumline causing bleeding and swelling of gums.If not treated,it can lead to periodontitis which may cause pulling away of gums from the roots and eventually looseing of teeth and thus tooth loss.
Pregnancy:
Hormonal changes causes pregnancy gingivitis i.e bleeding and swelling of gums which subsides after pregnancy.
Vitamin C deficiency:
Vitamin C is required for healthy gums, lack of which can lead to a disease called 'Scurvy' which is characterized by severe bleeding of gums, anamia, exhaustion and skin lesions.
Vitamin K deficiency:
Vit K is required for clotting of blood and deficiency of which can lead to bleeding gums and delayed wound healing.
Blood thinners useage:
Similar to Vitamin K deficiency,these medicines inhibit clotting of blood and hence can prolong bleeding time of wounds,causing delay in wound healing.
Diabetes:
Research shows that there is a strong association between diabetes and gum diseases. Due to lowered immunity in diabetic individuals, the body is unable to fight off the bacteria in the mouth resulting in gum diseases.
stress causes gum problems
Stress and smoking:
Both of these cause increase in cortisol levels and thus lowering our immunity and causing gingival problems.
Precautions to avoid gum diseases:
-Regular check up and teeth cleaning every 6 months.
-Keep diabetes level in check.
-Intake of vitamin C rich foods such as lemons,amla,oranges.
-Intake of vitamin k rich foods such as spinach,brocolli,caulilower,fish,eggs,kiwi.
-Reduce smoking and eliminate stress.
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This is a great reminder that oral health is just as important as the rest of our hygiene routine! I’m very disciplined about my skincare—I never skip using my cetaphil cleanser for oily skin to keep my face clear—but I sometimes realize I’m not as attentive to my gum health. Seeing bleeding gums can be a bit alarming, so I appreciate the explanation of the causes and the nudge to take dental care more seriously. Thanks for the tips!
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This is a really helpful explanation of why gums might bleed — the step‑by‑step breakdown makes it easy to understand common causes and when to seek professional care. I also appreciate that it shows how overall health and lifestyle can impact oral conditions. Many people don’t realize that stress can affect the body in surprising ways, and the symptoms of stress and anxiety — like teeth grinding, jaw tension, and even changes in immune response — can contribute to gum sensitivity or inflammation. Thanks for sharing this informative, patient‑friendly guidance!