Bleeding gums are commonly overlooked as a minor problem, often blamed on aggressive brushing or improper flossing. While occasional bleeding may be harmless, persistent gum bleeding can indicate ...

If your gums bleed when you floss, it may be a sign of gingevitis. PeopleImages/Getty Images If your gums bleed when you floss, it could be because you haven't flossed in a while. Not regularly ...

When contemplating our health, the intricate web of connections between seemingly unrelated aspects often unveils surprising correlations. A particularly intriguing relationship has surfaced in recent ...

Blood in the sink after brushing teeth sends immediate alarm signals through most people’s minds. The sight of pink-tinged saliva or red streaks on dental floss creates instant concern about oral ...

Leukemia can cause bleeding gums. Some types of leukemia can also cause the gums to swell. Treatment typically focuses directly on the leukemia rather than oral health symptoms. Several different ...

If your gums bleed when you floss, it could be because you haven't flossed in a while. Not regularly flossing causes a buildup of plaque and bacteria that inflame your gums and may cause bleeding when ...

If you're flossing and notice some bleeding throughout your gums, your first instinct might be to take a break from flossing to allow for healing — but you should actually do the opposite. "When ...

We all want healthy gums and a bright smile. But it turns out your gum health actually impacts much more than your mouth. A study published in the journal Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities found ...

Picture it: You’re standing in the bathroom merrily brushing your teeth when you look in the mirror and notice that your mouth looks a little, well, redder than usual. Maybe your toothpaste is a bit ...

Bleeding of the gums on gentle probing, or gingival bleeding tendency, and also bleeding in the eye, or retinal hemorrhaging, were associated with low vitamin C levels in the bloodstream. Current ...