While a great deal of emphasis is placed on avoiding cavities, it is just as important to monitor your gum health. Your gums are not only essential to the health of your teeth but your systemic health as well. All the bacteria from the mouth pass through the gums to the body and create havoc. Diseases like SABE ie Sub Acute Bacterial Endocarditis, respiratory disease, Rheumatoid arthritis etc are related to gum / periodontal disease. Light and occasional gum bleeding may not signify a problem, but gums that are red, swollen or bleed frequently or heavily are often an indication of a problem. It can be gum disease, a medication you are taking or a sign that you are over-brushing or brushing too hard. While you may be accustomed to seeing a little pink in the sink when you brush and floss, bleeding gums are a sign of inflammation as healthy gums should not bleed! Infact the best dental clinics in Delhi are stressing a lot on counselling their patients...
