Many people who come to have a dental cleaning in Manchester are under the misconception that bleeding gums are normal or often comment that, “they only bleed when you touch them.” Well, I’m here to challenge you. If you bumped against a wall and you started bleeding, what would you do? Most likely grab a band aid and maybe put some ointment on it to make sure you didn’t get an infection. But, what if every time someone touched you, the area began to bleed? Would you be conce
rned? Yet, when your gums bleed, you think it’s normal!
So let me help you understand. When you get a cut, the area gets red, swollen, and bleeds. Bacteria come to fight and help heal the cut. In your mouth, the same thing is happening! Your gums have something in between them that your body doesn’t want (probably because you are not flossing!) and your gums get red, swollen and bleed when pressed upon (or poked by that thing hygienists love so much!).
Still think this is normal? Well, this prolonged bleeding and inflammation over time can cause the bone around your tooth to resorb and lead to tooth loss. So grab that floss and get to work!! And next time you’re here for your dental cleaning in Manchester, ask the hygienist for some tips on getting the best results!
