If you’ve started to notice a change in your gumline, then you’re ready to talk to your oral health team about what’s going on. It’s not normal to experience bleeding when you brush, as your mouth is designed to be strong enough to handle a vigorous brushing. This can be a sign of gingivitis or periodontal disease, and if so, speak to a trusted name in periodontal treatment about ways to strengthen your gumline with safe, holistic care. Call Dr. Ann Kania D.D.S., DMSc, with convenient offices in Encinitas and San Diego, to talk about your next steps.

Your Gums Are More Important Than You May Know

Have you started to experience redness or swelling along your gumline? Has it been going on for a while? If the answer is yet, then you have to ask yourself why it’s taken a while to seek treatment. For many patients, gums just seem less important than teeth, but unfortunately, it just doesn’t work that way.

Your gum tissue provides serious support for your smile, helping to prevent serious deterioration on a daily basis. Without healthy gums, it’s difficult to keep a full set of teeth, and in fact, periodontal disease is routinely regarded as the leading cause of adult tooth loss in this country. So, it’s vital to ensure that you’re fighting to keep your gums safe.

Bleeding When You Brush? That’s A Sign To Call Your Dentist

One of the most common symptoms of gum issues is blood when brushing. This can happen due to inflammation of the gum tissue, which can also show as noticeable swelling along the gumline. If your gums seem puffy and red, then you are ready to call your oral health provider to talk about what’s going on. Your smile should be able to handle brushing.

Keeping Your Gumline Cleaner Can Help You Reduce Inflammation

Since gum problems are often caused by bacterial buildup at and below the gumline, one of the ways of treating gingivitis and periodontal disease is through dedicated cleanings. A deep cleaning, also known as a scaling and root planing, works to remove plaque and tartar, even deep below the gumline. This can reduce swelling, redness, and allow your gums to heal.

We also have other advanced forms of treatment for gum conditions, including laser periodontal treatment (LANAP). This approach uses a powerful laser to remove bacterial buildup deep down. With lasers, periodontists can achieve superior results through precision and accuracy.

Bleeding When You Brush? Call Dr. Ann Kania, D.D.S., DMSc

Your gums play an important role in keeping your smile safe. If you’ve started to notice bleeding when you brush, call Dr. Ann Kania in Encinitas, CA, at 760-642-0711.