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Gingivitis

Gingivitis is inflammation of the gums, often caused by plaque, that can make gums red, swollen, tender, and prone to bleeding.

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Gum bleeding and pregnancy gingivitis

Gum bleeding and pregnancy gingivitis

Why pregnancy gingivitis happens Pregnancy gingivitis is an inflammatory response of the gums that becomes more likely during pregnancy because of hormonal shifts, especially increases in estrogen and progesterone. These hormonal changes can alter the microenvironment of the gingival sulcus and make the tissues more vulnerable to the inflammatory effects of dental biofilm, even when […]

Bleeding Gums When a Baby Tooth Appears

Bleeding Gums When a Baby Tooth Appears

Why an Erupting Baby Tooth May Bleed Primary teeth emerge through soft tissue in a process called tooth eruption. As the crown moves toward the oral cavity, it places pressure on the overlying mucosa and may create a small area of mechanical trauma. The gum can look red, swollen, or mildly bruised, and a tiny […]