Bleeding gums is a common dental problem which goes unnoticed in its initial stages and is usually painful and uncomfortable as the problem advances. In most cases, one would be warned by bleeding gums when brushing the teeth and finding traces of pink or red blood in the sink when you brush or rinse your
Swollen or bleedings gums occur as a result of poor dental care and mostly is caused by a build-up of plaque on the teeth and gums. However, there are other common causes of gum inflammation including Gingivitis and periodontitis Acute Necrotizing Ulcerative Gingivitis (ANUG – a severe form of gingivitis) Pericoronitis (a result of wisdom
A gum blister is an infection in the form of an abscess that appears as a bubble on the gum and may be associated with pus drainage. There are many causes of gum blisters and something as simple as a mild accidental scraping of the gum with an object could cause a blister. However, repeated
Gum recession is a serious dental problem which needs supervision by a dental professional. Receding gums occurs when the gum detaches from the tooth and the tooth’s supporting structures including the bone and results in the root of the tooth being exposed which makes it more susceptible to cavities and tooth sensitivity. Gum recession is caused