Bleeding Gums Types
Bleeding Gums can be either
- Local – only few teeth involved
- Generalized – almost more than half the mouth is involved
Following are the reasons for bleeding gums
- Plaque induced
- Systemic
Bleeding Gums Treatment
The treatment for bleeding gums include the following.
Scaling And Root Planing
Scaling and root planning removes deep calculus in the gingiva. The appointment for scaling and root planning involves administering local anesthesia. Cleaning of gingiva with curettes and scalers follows the anesthesia. Finally, the teeth are polished. read more
Periodontal Maintenance
After scaling and root planning, every 3-4 months Periodontal Maintenance is necessary. read more
Full Mouth Debridement
Full Mouth Debridement is required in cases where the diagnosis of teeth is not possible until gross calculus is removed. read more