On sat night after brushing my teeth , I noticed my lower gums started to bleed . Since then, they have continued to bleed with brushing. The underneath part of my tongue feels very painful, like a burning sensation as well as the tip of my tongue. After brushing this morning, one tooth on each side...towards the back look as if I brushed off part of the gum! I was on antibiotics for 5 weeks due to a severe dog bite, but have been off of them for 3 weeks now. I have an appt tomorrow with a periodontist, but am seeking some type of clarification since my mouth has been hurting for 5 days now with no relief :0( I should also add that its been several years since I ve been to a dentist , due to extreme fear, high anxiety and I even fainted once walking into a dentist office. But at this point, it s a necessity to go. Thank you!
Hi. Thanks for choosing Chat Doctor forum, I have read your concern. As you c/o bleeding while brushing teeth, your gums may be highly inflamed, ie, gingivitis. The gum infection may be due to-Plaque and food debris accumulation as a result of poor oral hygiene maintenance. Systemic diseases like diabetes mellitus, hypertension,epilepsy, autoimmune diseases. Improper brushing techniques.First I want to tell you that please do not be panic regarding dental treatments. If your dentist is doing any procedure, which will be painful, then surely he/she will administer local anesthetic solution. Meanwhile, brush your teeth twice daily in proper manner. Get your teeth cleaned by your dentist. Include plenty of nutritious rich food into your diet. Bleeding from gums will stop, once the plaque underneath the gums are removed and gums become intact, firm again. HOPE THIS HELPS.TAKE CARE.