I am concerned i might have gingivitis. My mouth has been very dry these past 3days and my lips chapped for about a week. My gums bleed when i floss brush and rinse and are really dry on both sides. (gums have always bled when ever i flossed since i can remember) They hurt the worse when i drink water even at room temperature or rinse with water. What can i do if it is gingivitis? And if its not what could it be?
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Yes, it does look and sound like you have gingivitis. The dry mouth and temperature sensitivity may be related to other issues that need to be diagnosed and treated as well. You will need to see a dentist for proper diagnosis and a plan to fix these issues. Your symptoms will get worse over time.
Dear patient,
What you can do at home is start flossing 3 times a day. Brush 3 times a day.
If you have gingivitis , which is the inflammation of your gums, the brushing and flossing may take a good care of your bleeding. Still most of the times, patients have hard deposits under gums which are not visible. That part can be removed by your dentist or hygienist.Good luck.
What you can do at home is start flossing 3 times a day. Brush 3 times a day.
If you have gingivitis , which is the inflammation of your gums, the brushing and flossing may take a good care of your bleeding. Still most of the times, patients have hard deposits under gums which are not visible. That part can be removed by your dentist or hygienist.Good luck.
Everybody has some level of gingivitis. Gingivitis is caused by plaque, which is caused by bacteria. Everyone has bacteria in the mouth. Though some people are better able controlling their bacterial- and therefore plaque- levels, by rule everyone has some level of gingivitis. The objective is to keep bacterial levels & plaque as low as possible.
Your problem stems primarily from dehydration, which is leading to dry mouth. Dry mouth can be caused by numerous things. Certain prescription drugs cause a dry mouth. Chronic dry mouth can exacerbate any level of gingivitis because bacteria generally thrive better in a dry mouth. In short continue your normal brushing, flossing, & rinsing habits- even if the gums bleed. In my opinion diagnosing the cause of your dry mouth will improve your other problems.
Your problem stems primarily from dehydration, which is leading to dry mouth. Dry mouth can be caused by numerous things. Certain prescription drugs cause a dry mouth. Chronic dry mouth can exacerbate any level of gingivitis because bacteria generally thrive better in a dry mouth. In short continue your normal brushing, flossing, & rinsing habits- even if the gums bleed. In my opinion diagnosing the cause of your dry mouth will improve your other problems.
If your gums are inflamed dude to plaque or calculus build up, your gums will bleed when you floss. Flossing the correct way is important and flossing daily is help decrease inflammation over time. Dry mouth and sensitivity could be contributed to other factors (medications) or other tooth related dental issues. You should see a oral health care professional to help you with these issues. Over time it might go away but putting these issues off now cause problems later on.
You must see a dentist as soon as you can, from what you have explained, bleeding gums are sign of inflammation, due to bacteria. The gingivitis can worsen and cause cavities also between the teeth, You need to see a dentist for proper treatment. Dry mouth is different than xerostomia due to drugs can cause gum breakdown, this needs to be addressed also, to prevent future problems. Your teeth sensitivity must also be diagnosed with the aid of xrays and clinical testing. See a good dentist near you soon.
I have heard your complaint by many Patients while practicing dentistry for over 27 years. With them, I am most concerned with their dry mouth. This can be a factor of age, diet, medications or even where you live. A dry mouth will cause your teeth and gums to become very sensitive. I will suggest that you be consuming fluids, no matter what temperature it takes to get them down. Absolutely, your first plan should be to discuss with a Dentist why you might be suffering the discomfort you have described. He can guide you in figuring out why you are experiencing this dryness.
Bleeding red gums are almost the definition of gingivitis. But your dry mouth comment is troubling. Are you on any new medications? Are you a mouth breather? Are you using a new mouthwash. these are the kind of questions your dentist will ask you. I would highly recommend that you get this looked at by a professional. The good news is that its treatable and easily reversible by simply improving your oral hygiene regimen if it is gingivitis. Good luck.
Best to see your dentist as soon as possible for a cleaning and check up.