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Periodontics5 min readJun 2026

Bleeding Gums? Here's What It Could Mean

Pink in the sink is never normal. Understand the progression from reversible gingivitis to destructive periodontitis and how to stop it.

If your hands bled every time you washed them, you'd seek medical attention immediately. Why treat bleeding gums any differently?

Clinical Overview & Key Facts

Gums bleed because of bacterial plaque accumulation at the gum margin, initiating inflammatory immune defense that softens and erodes tissue.

Key Insights & Patient Options

Gingivitis: Superficial inflammation reversible with professional dental scaling.

Periodontitis: Deeper infection that destroys jawbone support and leads to loose teeth.

What to Expect During Clinical Treatment

Ultrasonic scaling and root planing gently remove subgingival calculus without harming natural enamel.

Prevention & Post-Treatment Care

Brush twice daily along the 45-degree gumline angle and schedule a professional scaling every 6 months.

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