Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Suggest Treatment For Gum Disease
hello
during the past three weeks i have been waking up with qiuet a large amount of blood in my mouth
i was treated a week ago by my dentist who said i had gum disease i have been flossing cleaning as told but it still is happening
iim wondeing if this could be anything else
as it only happens when i wake up ,
i get a little blood when i floss
but nothing like in the morning
thanks
steven
during the past three weeks i have been waking up with qiuet a large amount of blood in my mouth
i was treated a week ago by my dentist who said i had gum disease i have been flossing cleaning as told but it still is happening
iim wondeing if this could be anything else
as it only happens when i wake up ,
i get a little blood when i floss
but nothing like in the morning
thanks
steven
Mon, 16 Jun 2014
Thanks for using Health Care Magic.
Read your query.
The bleeding in the gums suggest that you have gingivitis and periodontal inflammation which is usually the cause for bleeding in the mouth.
In your query , you have not mentioned whether you have got your teeth professionally cleaned by your dentist , if not please get it done and then follow the correct method of brushing and flossing.
Use chlorhexidine mouth wash for a while.
If you have got your teeth cleaned by your dentist and still it bleeds more , I would advice you to consult your GP doctor to rule any systemic conditions which may be the cause.
Hope this was helpful.
Thanks and regards.
Read your query.
The bleeding in the gums suggest that you have gingivitis and periodontal inflammation which is usually the cause for bleeding in the mouth.
In your query , you have not mentioned whether you have got your teeth professionally cleaned by your dentist , if not please get it done and then follow the correct method of brushing and flossing.
Use chlorhexidine mouth wash for a while.
If you have got your teeth cleaned by your dentist and still it bleeds more , I would advice you to consult your GP doctor to rule any systemic conditions which may be the cause.
Hope this was helpful.
Thanks and regards.
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Oral hygiene
Loading Online Doctors....