dental hygiene
Gingivitis Is Your Gums Asking for Help
This is the earliest stage of gum disease. Plaque builds up around your teeth, your gums get irritated, and inflammation follows. They look red, feel puffy, and they bleed when you brush or floss.
What Causes It
Plaque. That sticky bacteria layer forms on your teeth all day, every day. Miss enough of it and the bacteria irritate the gum tissue around your teeth. Irritation becomes inflammation. Gums turn puffy and tender.
When to See a Dentist
Gums still bleeding after a few weeks of better habits? Book the checkup. You might have tartar that needs professional removal, or the inflammation may have moved past simple gingivitis.
How to Keep It Away
Brush twice a day, fluoride toothpaste, two actual minutes. Clean between your teeth daily. Get professional cleanings when tartar builds up, because no brush removes that.
And don’t wait for pain. Gingivitis warns you before it hurts. That warning window is exactly when you want to act.
Healthy gums stay quiet. They do their job while you eat, talk, laugh, live your life. So if yours are bleeding every morning, that’s the one warning your mouth gives you. Why ignore the freebie?
Disclaimer
The information shared in our articles is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional dental advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Every smile is unique, and only a qualified dental professional can assess your individual oral health needs. If you have any concerns, please book an appointment with our team or consult your local dentist.
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