Bleeding Gums: Causes & Prevention

Important: Educational content cannot replace a clinical examination. If you have persistent pain, swelling, bleeding, trauma or another concerning symptom, arrange an appropriate dental assessment.

Common causes of bleeding gums

Discuss this aspect with your dentist because the appropriate advice depends on your oral health, clinical findings and treatment goals. A personalised examination can identify factors that cannot be assessed from symptoms alone.

Gingivitis and periodontal disease

Discuss this aspect with your dentist because the appropriate advice depends on your oral health, clinical findings and treatment goals. A personalised examination can identify factors that cannot be assessed from symptoms alone.

Home-care habits

Discuss this aspect with your dentist because the appropriate advice depends on your oral health, clinical findings and treatment goals. A personalised examination can identify factors that cannot be assessed from symptoms alone.

When professional cleaning or assessment may help

Discuss this aspect with your dentist because the appropriate advice depends on your oral health, clinical findings and treatment goals. A personalised examination can identify factors that cannot be assessed from symptoms alone.

When to seek prompt care

Discuss this aspect with your dentist because the appropriate advice depends on your oral health, clinical findings and treatment goals. A personalised examination can identify factors that cannot be assessed from symptoms alone.