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    wilbrow453 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    May 22, 2008, 10:17 PM
    Teeth & gums
    My gums bleed when I brush
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    May 22, 2008, 11:27 PM
    Bleeding gums can be caused by many things. A hard brush, not enough flossing, vitamin deficiencies and so on.

    Floss your teeth twice a day. Take a multivitamin for now and see a dentist soon.
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    May 23, 2008, 04:21 AM
    Simone is right. It sounds like you have gingivitis. Bleeding gums can lead to many health problems including heart attack and stroke. Continue brushing twice a day, use a soft or ultra soft brush and use something to clean between your teeth once a day. You can use floss, "softpicks", stimudents or a rubber tip to clean between your teeth. You can also use a rinse such as Listerine or Crest Pro Health.

    Make an appointment to see your dental hygienist for a thorough cleaning. If after 10 days post cleaning your gums are still bleeding you should see your physician and have your blood sugar levels checked.
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