At some stage, everyone suffers from gums that are bleeding, swollen and sore. Your gums are just as crucial as your pearly whites.
When your gums get inflamed, it usually is a sign of a problem, so it’s important to access what is causing your gum disease and take action to stop it from worsening.
Gingivitis
The most common cause of swollen and bleeding gums is gingivitis. If plaque builds up on your teeth and around your gums, you can develop gingivitis. Your gums may bleed when you floss and clean your teeth and you may notice you have bad breath.
If left untreated, it can lead to periodontitis and teeth loss, so it should be taken seriously.
Luckily it can be treated by improving your oral health routine. We can remove the plaque and recommend that you floss, brush, and rinse with mouth wash carefully after every meal. You should notice an improvement in a short time.
Deficiencies
If you are deficient in specific vitamins, your gums may swell and cause pain and discomfort. Vitamins B and C are especially important.
Illness
Some illnesses, such as herpes and thrush can cause your gums to bleed and become swollen.
Pregnancy
There are times when gums will bleed and be swollen for reasons that are natural and not concerning. Pregnancy is one time you can expect to have gum issues and it will go away once the baby is born. That is why we recommend you have a dental appointment in the early stages of pregnancy.
Regular dentist visits, good oral hygiene and a healthy diet is recommended by your team at Smile Protectors. If you are concerned about your gum health, please book an appointment for a check-up so we can assess your dental health soon.
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- Year of Graduation: 2023
- School of Dentistry: Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry
- How long in the Community: Since 2014
- Specialty if there is any: General Dentist
About Dr. Bhangra :
I chose dentistry as my career because I wanted to combine my passion for healthcare with the opportunity to improve people’s oral health and make a positive impact in their lives every day.
- Year of Graduation : 1989
- School of Dentistry : Georgetown Dental School
- How long in the Community : Since 1989
About Dr,Favagehi :
I chose dentistry after deciding to become a healthcare professional because this is the only profession where your efforts to restore and create shows in a patients smile. “Literally”
Dr. Jason Favagehi is one of the top dentists in Vienna and provides dental care and cosmetic dental surgery procedures such as dental implants, dental crowns, cleanings, teeth whitening, and porcelain veneers. Dr. Jason Favagehi holds a license to practice as a general dentist in the state of Virginia.
- Year of Graduation : 2019
- School of Dentistry : New York University
- Specialty if there is any : General Dentis
About Dr. Kourosh Dinyarian:
It is my privilege to be part of a profession that treats oral disease and help people maintain their oral health. My favorite part is seeing patients with a bright smile at the end of appointment and how it improves their self-confidence.
- Year of Graduation : 2009
- School of Dentistry : University of Southern California
- How long in the Community : Since 2013
Reason that I chose dentistry as a career :
Dentistry combines three things I enjoy: art, science and helping people.
- Year of Graduation : 2004
- School of Dentistry : Temple University School of Dentistry
- How long in the Community : Since 2006
Reason that I chose dentistry as a career :
I love working with my hands, and so I chose dentistry as my occupation. Giving people a reason to smile feels good at the end of the day.
- Year of Graduation: 2013
- School of Dentistry: New York University, Doctor of Dental Surgery
- How long in the Community: Since 2016
About Dr. Hanjin Cho
I have strong confidence in my decision to pursue dentistry as I can offer personal and specialized help to patients and improve their quality of life. In return, I receive direct and instant positive feedback from patients which I consider as the most rewarding asset in my career. In my spare time, I enjoy using my engineering background to develop innovative dental treatment technologies through artificial intelligence and software programming.