Gum disease?maybe gingivitis? help?

Question

I have recently had gum problems.

about a couple of months ago i was brushing my teeth and the started bleeding from the cracks of my gums, i didnt think anything off it so i kept brushing like normal. Then i started to bleed more and my gums started to get tender. they are sore now and ive got some holes, not big ones but just holes. hoever this is only on the left side of my mouth.

i have been using corsodyl for 2 days and regular salt washes.

i dont know if its anything to do with this but i have a crack in one of my back teeth that ive had for a while now.

I am still brushing softly even though it hurts they arent bleeding as much as the other day i woke up with blood everywhere. i have read websites but its not personal experience its just 'information'. also the dentist that i rely on is on holiday but he will be back this week.

is corsodyl the right thing to use?

Any suggestions? im really worried

Answer 1

brushing and using listerine will help.

a few weeks ago, my teeth did the same thing, but don;t worry about it, it'll sort itself out soon!

Answer 2

hehe pwnt.

Firstly make sure you're brushing properly. 'Scrubbing' back and forth is a sure fire way to erode and irritate your gums. This is a common reason why right-handed people have more abrasion on the left side of their mouth.

Make sure you are using nice, gentle circular motions. (This is well explained on the Youtube link).

2minutes brushing your teeth, twice a day especially before going to sleep.

Definately use mouthwash as recommended by the bottle. Mouthwash is gentle antibacterial fluid which can reach areas a toothbrush normally cant (such as microscopic spots).

However, a cracked tooth will not heal itself naturally, get yourself to the dentist woman otherwise it could get worse.

Answer 3

I think i had that. Not as bad and no cracked tooth though. Use Listerine. it may hurt at first, but im sure it'll help.