Very sensitive gums..

Question

i have very sensitive gums..i just went to floss and now they are bleeding. my gums have always been sensitive but ive been using some whitening gel so maybe thats made them more sensitive? im not suure...

but is there anything i can do to make them less sensitive/is this okk that they bleed a little bit when i floss?

Answer 1

having sensitive teeth is one symptom of gum disease and even receding gums. teeth becomes sensitive once bacteria causing gum disease have allowed deep pockets to form inside the oral cavity and bacteria lurking in the deep pockets can easily breed and multiply causing infection inside the mouth.  and plaque is what bacteria feeds on. it is best that you visit the dentist and have a plaque removal. you need to observe proper oral hygiene and hydration to keep bad bacteria at bay. if not so, all will be leading to severe gum disease that can cause tooth loss. use also natural dental care product for it helps kill bad bacteria in the mouth.

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Answer 2

it's okay that they bleed. it means you have gingivitis. to solve this, continue flossing and/or use listerine.

Answer 3

They aren't supposed to bleed, but most people's do from time to time. To toughen up your gums, use a salt water rinse. Also if you continue to floss daily and be sure to brush your gums and the inside gums as well as your teeth, they will stop bleeding like this.  

Answer 4

bleeding gums is a sign of gingivitis. the whitening gel could have irrated your sensitive gums but still make an appointment with the dentist.

Answer 5

Gums are not supposed to bleed.  Home remedies do not solve the problem.  You could have calcium (hardened tarter) under the gum line that simple flossing will not remove.  You need a dentist to remove it before the irritation causes the gums to receed permanently.  The sooner you get it cleaned, the sooner the gums will heal and the less work the dentist has to do.