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Are Bleeding Gums Normal?

No it isn’t normal, but it is common because gum disease is common. Periodontal (gum) disease is the major reason for tooth loss in adults!Bleeding gums indicate that active gum disease is present.

The diagram on the left illustrates gum disease. A probe is shown measuring the periodontal pocket that forms due to gum disease. Bone loss is also often present Eventually this tooth could be lost!

The key is early detection and preventative treatment. We always attempt to treat our patients as conservatively as possible - often non-surgically. So come see us soon!

 

 

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