Bleeding gums........?

I have a problem with my gums bleeding....any suggestions on what I can do? Is there something I am lacking in my diet. Are there any supplements I can take to improve the health of my gums or maybe a rinse to strengthen them?

Bleeding gums........?
Natural Remedies for Gum Disease





Here are seven natural remedies that are used to treat gum disease.





1) Vitamin C


The link between vitamin C deficiency and gum disease is well known. Back in the 18th century, sailors ate limes during long trips at sea to keep their gums from bleeding. A study in the Journal of Periodontology found that people with low intakes of vitamin C had higher rates of periodontal disease. People who consumed less than the recommended dietary allowance (RDA) of 60 mg per day were 1.5 the risk of developing severe gingivitis as people who consumed more than 180 mg. Vitamin C is believed to help gum disease because vitamin C is an antioxidant and is needed to repair connective tissue and accelerate bone regeneration.





To boost your intake of vitamin C, eat foods rich in vitamin C, such as grapefruit, oranges, kiwi fruit, mango, papaya, strawberry, red pepper, broccoli, brussels sprouts, and cantaloupe. Vitamin C can also be taken in supplement form. Avoid chewable vitamin C, because the acidity may promote the erosion of tooth enamel over time.








2) Vitamin D


Vitamin D has been found to have anti-inflammatory effects and may reduce susceptibility to gum disease. Survey and found that people with higher blood levels of vitamin D were less likely to experience bleeding gums during gingival probing.





Sun exposure is one of the most important sources of vitamin D, because UV rays from the sun trigger the synthesis of vitamin D in skin. The National Institutes of Health Office of Dietary Supplements suggests 10 to 15 minutes of sun exposure twice a week, however the further away from the equator you live, the more polluted your city, and the more cloud cover there is, the less likely that this sun exposure will be sufficient. Look for at least 200 IU in a multivitamin.








3) Stress reduction


Stress contributes to gum disease by increasing plaque accumulation.





4) Coenzyme Q10


There is some evidence has linking gum disease to lower levels of coenzyme q10, an antioxidant made naturally in the body, found widely in foods, and available in supplement form.





5) Tea tree oil


Tea tree oil has proven antibiotic properties. However, tea tree oil gel did not reduce the amount of plaque. Use only commercial tea tree toothpaste, not tea tree oil.





6) Cranberry


Cranberry may help gum disease by preventing bacteria from sticking to teeth. Look for cranberry juice with no added sugar at the health food store. A typical amount is 4 ounces a day. Consult your doctor if you are taking the blood thinner warfarin or have kidney stones.





Last thing, you still have to go to the dentist for professional cleaning every 6 months.
Reply:Be careful taking this approach as you may be allowing the gingivitis to progress into advanced stages which leads to perio disease, abscesses, pocket to develop and then loss of bone and teeth. All of which can be prevented with early treatment in the stage you are now. Report It

Reply:If you try Crest's Alcohol Free rinses, they strengthen gums. Also, don't brush too hard, that is a common problem.
Reply:its porbably gingivitis, go see ur dentist
Reply:I think You need to go see your dentist about this, and no its most likely not that your lacking something it might actually be that when you brush your teeth, You may just be brushing them too hard or something there are lots of reasons for bleeding gums. if you go to the dentist he/she will most likely give you something to treat it.
Reply:You have probably one, or several things that could be going on. One, it could be gingivitis, if your gums are swollen, red and bleed easily, this is probably the case. Or if you see your dentist regularly, brush and floss religiously and this has just started. Then you could be brushing too hard causing damage to your tissue. Or maybe you are under a lot of stress and not eating right or taking care of yourself. Any one or all of these can factor into what is going on with your mouth. Let's start with the more serious one, gingivitis. If you feel that this may be the case, you need to see your dentist and have a professional cleaning, perio screening and have a diagnosis made to be sure of the extent of the damage. They will advise you the best way to get your condition under control before any more damage is sustained. If it's just that your brushing too hard, go easy. It's not how hard you brush, it's how long you do it. Brushing too hard can cause a lot of problems as well as cause tissue recession and sensitivity. If it's stress or diet related, then you'll have to make some personal changes to fix your diet or resolve to remove the stress from your life. Hope I've been of some help and good luck!








Also, just changing your brushing habits (if it is gingivitis) will not clear up the problem, you need a professional cleaning to remove the hard built up tartar and calculus under the gums that are keeping the tissue irritated. It's deep enough and hard enough that you can't reach or remove with a toothbrush or floss.





If you let the dentist office know of your fear they will help you through it. Denistry isn't what it used to be years ago, it's "pain free" or as close as we can get to it. Having your teeth cleaned doesn't hurt and most offices have N20 available to relax you or they offer oral medication in some cases.