5 Reasons Why Your Gums Are Bleeding

Expert Talk

1. Brushing Or Flossing Too Hard If your gums have been bleeding, one of the first things you should consider is how hard you brush.

2. Gum Disease It can develop when excess plaque collects along the gum line

3. Changes In Oral Hygiene Habits Sometimes, your gums can bleed when you make changes in your oral hygiene habits.

4. Pregnancy Being pregnant increases a woman’s risk of developing pregnancy gingivitis, or a mild form of gum disease.

5. Medications Certain medications cause side effects in other parts of the body.