It started with redness near the gums She noticed it one morning.The tissue looked swollen.Redder than usual.It didn’t hurt.She brushed slower.Rinsed longer.Told herself it was the toothbrush.The toothpaste.Maybe sleep.But it stayed.She didn’t call anyone.Not yet. The blood wasn’t constant, but it was regular He didn’t bleed every time.Just sometimes.When he brushed quickly.When he skipped flossing.It…
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I noticed a little blood when I spat The first time, it looked like pink foam.She brushed again to be sure.Same thing.She rinsed longer.Used less pressure.But the color stayed.Not every time, but often enough.She didn’t say anything.Not yet.It didn’t hurt.It wasn’t much.So it felt skippable.But it never really left. It wasn’t pain—it was swelling He…
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I thought it was just about brushing better She noticed bleeding when brushing.Not much.Just a little in the sink.She switched toothpaste.Bought a softer brush.Flossed for three days.Then forgot again.Months passed.The bleeding didn’t stop.That’s when her dentist said,“You might need to see a periodontist.” It wasn’t just the gums—it was everything underneath He said the problem…
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Tartar, also known as dental calculus, forms when plaque on the teeth is not removed and hardens over time. This can lead to various dental issues if not addressed promptly. Tartar provides a surface for more plaque to grow, which can lead to gum disease and cavities.
Gum recession, or the gradual pulling away of the gum tissue from the teeth, is a common dental issue that I’ve encountered frequently in my practice as a periodontist. It can lead to various complications if not addressed promptly.
Gingivitis, the inflammation of the gums, is a prevalent issue that I frequently encounter in my practice as a periodontist. This condition is primarily caused by bacterial infection due to plaque build-up on teeth. Early symptoms often include red, swollen gums that might bleed during brushing or flossing, which can be quite alarming.