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Bleeding Gums

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Bleeding Gums Home Care

Home care for bleeding gums include:

Avoid injury to the gums.
Maintain good oral hygiene:
Brush your teeth after meals and at bedtime.

Floss your teeth every day.

Gargle with dilute saltwater three times per day.
See your dentist every 6 months.
Take prescribed medications as directed.
Acetaminophen for pain
Avoid aspirin.
Avoid antiinflammatory medications.

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Last Updated: Apr 3, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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