Why do my gumms always bleed im only 21?

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forhirepen	Normally that is a sign of gum disease. Have you been examined by a dentist lately? Do you brush and floss regularly? Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

GivPerf	It's possible that you don't brush your teeth often enough. When you do brush your teeth, it aggravates the gums and causes them to bleed. Try brushing after each meal! Also, it may be indicative of gingivitis, which has nothing to do with age. Have it checked out by your dentist. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Charles Smith	you may have gingivitus or another type of gum disease, i had gingicitus but my dentist prescribed me meds and it was better after a month or two! go get checked out!!! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Dr's Delight	Diet, hygiene, unfortunately. I suffer from the same problem. Some people are also more prone than others, depends on the amount of saliva you produce, etc. Try and brush more frequently, floss, rinse your mouth with salt. Keep it as clean of an environment as possible. Trapped food causes the bleeding/swelling. Gingivitis. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

me_kunfused	Maybe you have got that hoof and mouth disease. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

kay_flood	bleeding gums mean you have gingivitis, and that is usually caused because you don't floss, or you don't brush your teeth correctly. See your dentist for treatment. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

kerriiixberriii	You might be brushing your teeth too hard. That happens to me too. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

LA High Rise	because you rush once a week Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Chad (Чод)	maybe you have gingivitis or maybe you brush your teeth too hard Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

yaguru	do more flossing!!!! Yes, I know you are like me, "but floss make them bleed" you will say...yeah..only until you get in the habit of flossing every day. make sure you are using only a SOFT toothbrush. If you are using a hard one, throw it away. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

?	You are probably brushing too hard. Also it could be the things you eat. You should drink a lot of water, most people don't. Gentle brushing for a long period of time is better than HARD AND FAST Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

grace28	i was at the dentist yesterday. my gums bled when they flossed me. its gingivitis. If you are having trouble flossing regularly, AT LEAST use listerine mouth wash twice a day. This helps to kill some of the gingivitis. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

seansippo	do you floss? it might be becuse you have plaque in between your teeth that you dont get when you brush Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

angela r	'healthy gums dont bleed' according to my dentist - he suggested flossing on the regular and they have been fine since. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Unoptrid1aq	Tooth Brush Listerine you may have Gingivitis? Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Bill	Because you only floss before dental exams. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

folklore	please go to a dentist and get professional advise that is specific to you and your health. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

progunr	Gingivitis and periodontal disease do not discriminate over age. You MUST brush twice a day, and that means really brush, not just shake the toothbrush at you teeth to scare the plaque away!! And you MUST Floss at least once a day, without fail. If you are really serious, get yourself a Sonicare tooth brush, they are the BEST!! Ignore me, and you'll have false teeth by the time you are 30!! SMILE!!!! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

keep it simple	..your not brushing your teeth/gums Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

n.pachanga	you need to floss. it may bleed at first more but your gums will become stronger. bleeding gums are the early signs of gingivitis Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

THE Cupid HATER	Why am I thinking you don't have a dentist and you haven't seen one for a very long time? Answer...because of question like yours. Go see the dentist! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Shut up Children	Mine bleed when I brush my teeth probably 1/2 the time... All I know for sure is, F*CK going to the dentist! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

imc0nfused	U dont brush em? Gingivitis? Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

the hip hop chick	they only bleed when you not brushing good enough i had the same prob so that's what my dentest said and so i started brushing and it worked Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

curmudgeon	take 250 mg of vitamin C every day. It will stop it. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Shannon A	you may have gingivitis, a disease that weakens the gums. check with a dentist Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Sands	You are not flossing and you have gum disease. Call your dentist. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Gabrielle	Bleeding gums is mainly due to inadequate plaque removal from the teeth at the gum line, which in turn comes from bacterial infection.. This will lead to a condition called gingivitis, or inflamed gums. If plaque is not removed through regular brushing and dental appointments, it will harden into what is known as tartar. Ultimately, this will lead to increased bleeding and a more advanced form of gum and jawbone disease known as periodontitis. It is important to follow the instructions from your dentist in order to maintain healthy gums. Improper brushing and flossing technique may actually irritate or traumatize the gum tissue. If gum bleeding persists, it may be a sign of serious medical disorders such as leukemia, bleeding disorders, platelet disorders. Common Causes: * Gingivitis from inadequate plaque removal * Periodontitis(advanced form of gingivitis) * Toothbrush abrasion, improper flossing * Infection, which can be either tooth or gum-related * Scurvy (vitamin C deficiency) * Vitamin K deficiency * Hormonal changes * Chemical irritants such as Aspirin I think a good cleaning at the dentist office its what you need right now, and after that, maintain it nice and clean flossing itI had the same problem like you. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Ms Angel	You might have a gum disease or you are using the wrong toothbrush. It is best to go to your dentist for a check up and he will be able to tell you what is wrong. If your gums are sore, trying gargle salt water after you brushed your teeth. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

smiley miley	thr eithr swolln or u are brushing to hard tlk to ur family dentist Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

voodoo ray	Dont worry about your age. There are many problems. Most commen, people use too hard a tooth brush, thinking its best to get rid of plaque. Change your toothbrush to a soft or medium. The BEST place is to go to your dentist. They are the proffesionals. x Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No