Gums: bleeding PDF Print E-mail
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Bleeding of the gums is often caused by trauma, such as pressing too hard with your toothbrush. However it may also be a symptom of gum disease or infections such as gingivitis or peridontitis. Certain disorders of your blood may cause your blood to thin and may reduce the time it takes for your blood to clot. The means that you may bleed easier and longer than a person without a bleeding disorder. Bleeding gums may be a sign of one of these bleeding disorders. It may also be a sign of poor nutrition and vitamin C deficiency or anaemia. If there is an infection then you will generally experience pain as well. If your gums bleed for more than two days then please consult your healthcare practitioner.