If we were to consider the most general or common dental complaints, gum bleeding would almost certainly rank highly. According to statistics, nearly two-thirds of people in Hungary alone experience it regularly.

Although it frightens many people, in reality, in the vast majority of cases, bleeding gums are caused by a milder problem. Injuries, inflammation or a temporary neglect of oral hygiene, for example, often present with bleeding gums.

However, it is important that we learn to recognise the Bleeding gums Its severity. This symptom in all cases indicates that something is wrong in the mouth, and its persistent presence may require expert examination and sometimes significant intervention.

In many cases, this is limited to a dental hygiene treatment, but sometimesperiodontal laser also used by NaturaDentit requires an application that, in sufficiently experienced hands, can even eliminate the processes underlying more severe gum bleeding.

What you need to know about gum bleeding in general, when to see a dentist, and why periodontal laser treatment is advantageous in such cases. In this article, we will answer these questions, among others!

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As periodontal laser treatment is one of the best ways to treat bleeding gums, it is very important to understand the background and meaning of the term in question.

Periodontology is simply a specialised branch of dentistry that specifically focuses on inflammatory diseases caused by bacteria that appear in the tissues surrounding the tooth.

This is because inflammatory conditions like these can lead to periodontal disease (also known as periodontitis), which can now be easily treated with laser technology in modern dentistry, although this wasn't always the case.

Gum disease and inflammation once led directly to tooth loss, but with periodontal laser treatment, the process can be reversed, and one of the first and most persistent symptoms is typically bleeding gums.

Naturally, before applying treatment, it is very important for dentists to ascertain the underlying causes of gum bleeding, and only thereafter can the periodontal laser be used.

This is done using a unique process at NaturaDent Laser Dentistry, a technology developed by experts at the RWTH Aachen University in Germany, which has an outstanding efficiency to tackle even the most aggressive bacteria.

Why should bleeding gums be treated?

One of the biggest problems with bleeding gums is that most people tend to underestimate the symptom. If the bleeding is caused by a toothbrush or some minor injury, there is of course no need to rush to the dentist, but there are cases where it is.

This is because bleeding gums can be caused by more serious diseases or dental conditions that can only get worse if left untreated.

And the basic truth of medicine applies here too: the later you ask for help, the harder it will be to cure the underlying causes.

If bleeding from the gums is caused by more serious conditions, it can cause a domino effect in the mouth. Thus, simple bleeding of the gums can turn into inflammation, sensitivity, pain and finally tooth loss.

When should you go to the dentist with bleeding gums?

As we have also emphasised above, the cause of bleeding gums will always determine whether treatment is necessary or not.

If gum bleeding stops on its own after 3-4 days, it can be stated that it was only a temporary problem, which could have been caused by an injury or inadequate oral hygiene.

It is advisable to book for a general dental check-up even at this time, especially if it has been more than 6 months since your last appointment or if your gums bleed regularly.

If gum bleeding occurs after 3-4 days with every brushing – or independently of it – does not subside even with intensive oral hygiene, and indeed swelling and sensitivity of the gums are observed, then you should book an appointment for a dental check-up without delay.

Bleeding gums may be caused by a more serious infection, which can be treated with dental hygiene treatment or improved oral hygiene.

It is particularly important to pay attention to bleeding gums if they are accompanied by significant swelling, pain, and fever, as this may indicate a much higher level of infection.

What can cause bleeding gums?

As we have already mentioned above, gum bleeding can be caused by numerous factors. Let's look at the most important of these!

Gingivitis

In the context of periodontal laser treatment, gingivitis due to bacterial infection is the most common and most frequent problem behind bleeding gums. Bacteria are usually able to colonise around the teeth due to poor oral hygiene.

The pathogens in question then produce toxins that cause irritation of the gums, which become inflamed, sensitive, painful and swollen, and without treatment, the result can be gum atrophy and tooth loss.

Poor dental restoration or orthodontics

In many cases, bleeding gums can be caused by a badly made denture, a crown or inadequate braces. In these cases, of course, laser treatment is not recommended, but rather correction of the underlying cause.

Here, too, prompt dental care is essential, as permanent gum damage can lead to the development of an aphta, which can also be treated with laser surgery, but the underlying cause must always be eliminated first.

Heavy or improper brushing and poor oral hygiene

We have already highlighted the link between poor oral hygiene and bleeding gums. This is not without reason, as unfortunately it cannot be stressed enough that in the vast majority of cases this is the cause of recurrent bleeding gums.

Less commonly, however, it can be triggered by improper brushing or excessive rubbing of the gums, which can cause lesions in the oral cavity and lead to bleeding.

Hormonal change

Hormonal changes often cause bleeding gums, particularly in women. During pregnancy, the menopause, or puberty, for example, the body undergoes hormonal changes that also affect gum health.

Bleeding from the gums is more common at this stage of life and can be corrected with good oral hygiene in most cases, but it is worth having more frequent check-ups with your dentist.

Diseases, medicines

Many diseases and medicines can cause people to bleed from their gums. In such cases, the treatment method and the preparations have to be modified, because a periodontal laser treatment can only treat the symptoms, but not the real causes.

What illnesses can cause bleeding gums? For example, diabetes and liver-related conditions are particularly common causes, but it can also be seen in leukaemia, anaemia, clotting disorders, and scurvy.

In the case of medicines, bleeding of the gums may occur when blood thinners are used, as the blood clotting rate is reduced and this unpleasant symptom is more frequent, especially after brushing.

Lifestyle

Last but not least, lifestyle is also an important factor in the development of bleeding gums. Vitamin deficiencies, an inadequate diet, smoking and even stressful everyday life can all cause irritation to the gums.

In such cases, the best way to support gum and tooth health is through a complete lifestyle change, which, combined with good oral hygiene, can bring very good results.

What are the options for treating bleeding gums?

The treatment, or manageability, of bleeding gums is fundamentally determined by the underlying causes. Modern dentists now have several options available to find a solution to the problem.

One of these is professional dental hygiene treatment, which at NaturaDent is carried out using precise 3D scanning. This is because tartar removal and mastering the correct oral hygiene techniques are of fundamental importance.

In addition, there are various therapies available. These include vector and antimicrobial photodynamic therapy, which are effective for gum bleeding caused by bacterial infections, but their application is very cumbersome and can cause significant discomfort to the patient.

If a more serious gum disease is causing the bleeding gums, then deep cleaning, also known as curettage, might be a good alternative. As part of it, deep gum pockets can also be reached and cleaned of tartar deposits or inflammatory tissues.

A periodontális lézer az egyik leghatékonyabb módszer az ínyvérzés kezelésére.

Whether it's milder inflammation or more serious periodontal disease, laser periodontal treatment can be considered one of the best, fastest, and most effective methods.

Its use, in most cases, is preceded or followed by mechanical teeth cleaning so that the gums can heal properly after the laser treatment. The periodontic laser is primarily used for the successful treatment of pockets that are often deeply located between the tooth and the gum.

These pockets are typically full of bacteria that keep the gums inflamed and, if left untreated, can cause bone loss. This bone loss can be easily prevented with laser treatment.

After the pockets have been disinfected and the bacteria eradicated, the gums will gradually begin to heal, reattach to the tooth surface, and thus gum bleeding will cease.

Because laser therapy addresses the root of the problem, it is one of the best alternatives if we want to get rid of bleeding gums permanently, as well as prevent more serious inflammation in the mouth, which can even lead to tooth loss in the long run.

However, it is important that the applicability of periodontal laser treatment is always preceded by a thorough dental examination, as its use can only be justified with a proper specialist diagnosis.