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Bleeding Gums
Alternate Names : Gums - Bleeding
DefinitionBleeding from the gums is mainly due to inadequate plaque removal from the teeth at the gum line. This will lead to a condition called gingivitis, or inflamed gums. If plaque is not removed through regular brushing and dental appointments, it will harden into what is known as tartar. Ultimately, this will lead to increased bleeding and a more advanced form of gum and jawbone disease known as periodontitis.
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Overview & Considerations
It is important to follow the instructions from your dentist in order to maintain healthy gums. Improper brushing and flossing technique may actually irritate or traumatize the gum tissue. If gum bleeding persists, it may be a sign of serious medical disorders such as leukemia, bleeding disorders, platelet disorders, or overmedication with anticoagulants ("blood thinners" such as Coumadin).
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• Definition
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• Bleeding Gums: Common Causes
• Bleeding Gums: Home Care & Treatment
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• What to Expect at your Health Care Provider's Office
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Topics that might be of interest to you Diseases & Conditions
• Bleeding Disorders
• Gingivitis
• Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
• Leukemia
• Periodontitis
• Scurvy
Tests & Exams
• Blood Differential
• CBC
Other Topics
• Sore Throat
• Vitamin K
Review Date : 10/9/2003
Reviewed By : Michael Kapner, D.D.S., Comprehensive and Aesthetic Dentistry, New Rochelle, N.Y., Editor, Ninth District Dental Association. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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