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If you’ve found this article by searching “my gums are bleeding”, you are in the right place. Have you noticed that you or your child have bleeding gums or gingival bleeding<\/strong>, perhaps while brushing your teeth? If so, it’s great that you’re reading up on how to stop bleeding gums and improve overall oral health<\/a>, since this is not a problem that should be ignored. Even if you just have red gums or a gum bleeding around one tooth, it could be a sign of oral and gum health problems that need attention.<\/p>

Fortunately, it’s often possible to stop bleeding gums without even visiting a dentist. In this article, you can read about some common bleeding gums causes and treatments<\/strong> – including mouthwashes and toothpastes for bleeding gums. We’ll also explain the symptoms of more serious conditions related to a bleeding mouth which might require medical care.<\/p>

It’s common for women to experience sore, swollen and bleeding gums during pregnancy<\/strong>, so you can read about that here too – as well as what to do if you notice your child has bloody gums, and how to improve their gum health as well.<\/p>

We hope this information helps you learn how to stop bleeding gums, and make better decisions about your oral health so you can maintain healthy gums and teeth.<\/p>

Why are my gums bleeding or red?<\/h2>

Why do gums bleed? By far the most common reason for bleeding gums is gum disease<\/strong>. In its most mild form (gingivitis) it begins as slight swelling, redness and irritation around the gums, but as it becomes more advanced (periodontitis) it can lead to bloody gums, dental abscesses<\/a> and tooth loss.<\/p>

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Early gum disease affects 50% of American adults<\/strong>, according to the CDC, and the vast majority of cases are preventable.<\/p>

Gum disease is almost always the result of poor oral hygiene. When teeth aren’t cleaned properly, bacteria builds up between the tooth and gum and forms a layer of dental plaque<\/a>. This plaque irritates the gum around the tooth, and gums can become swollen and puffy as your body tries to fight the bacteria. These conditions often cause the gums to bleed, too – especially when aggravated further by a toothbrush or dental floss.<\/p>

Pregnant women need to take particular care with their gum health because hormone changes during pregnancy make them more susceptible to tooth decay<\/a> and gum disease<\/a>.<\/p>

There are other conditions that might cause gums to bleed, including:<\/p>