GINGIVITIS PROBLEMS

In mouths with heavy tartar buildup, gum inflammation occurs due to the lack of sufficient oxygen and nutrients for the gums. Swelling, redness, bleeding when touched or brushed, and bad breath are common symptoms of gum inflammation. Tartar cleaning is necessary to eliminate the factors causing the inflammation. If dental hygiene is neglected and inflammation progresses, the gum inflammation can reach the bone, leading to bone loss. This can result in the loosening of even healthy teeth, causing them to fall out.

What is gum bleeding?

Gum bleeding is commonly seen due to edema caused by tartar buildup. In some patients, hormonal changes during pregnancy, mouth breathing during sleep, or it could be a sign of a systemic disease. The most common complaints of patients are bleeding during brushing or a metallic taste in the mouth upon waking up.

A thorough examination is performed to identify the cause of gum bleeding, and treatment is applied to eliminate the cause, resolving the gum bleeding issue. One of the main factors that increase gum bleeding is neglecting brushing due to the bleeding. It is essential not to neglect brushing teeth during gum bleeding.

What is gum recession?

In advanced gum problems, mechanical factors such as improper brushing and occlusion issues can cause the gum to recede from the teeth. The attached gingiva, which is a rose pink-colored gum, is wide on the sides of the incisors facing the lips and narrower in the canine region. The width of the attached gum is very important for the long-term health of the gums. In advanced cases of gum recession, in addition to the gum recession, tooth wear may also occur, which leads to sensitivity, especially to cold.

If gum recession is noticed during routine dental checkups and cleaning, correcting improper habits can stop further gum recession.