They cause dull, throbbing, localized pain, but are not painful with percussion. The discomfort ranges from low intensity pain to severe acute pain. Gum retraction and other symptoms of periodontal disease can make teeth feel sensitive. Pain when consuming hot, cold, or sweet foods or beverages is one of the most obvious signs of tooth sensitivity.
You may also feel pain when you bite or chew, regardless of the temperature of the food. Gums that bleed or hurt can be the result of gum disease. Healthy gums generally don't bleed when you brush and floss your teeth. Without brushing and flossing your teeth regularly, the dental plaque created by bacteria will continue to build up and eventually begin to irritate your gums, making them red, swollen, or sensitive and susceptible to bleeding.
This bacterial film or plaque attacks healthy tissue around the teeth and can eventually destroy the fibers that attach gum tissue to the teeth. This will cause your gums to become inflamed and irritated, which can cause them to bleed when brushing your teeth or using dental floss. This is called gingivitis and is the first stage of gum disease. Acute pain is not a symptom of early-stage gum disease.
The mild tooth sensitivity that accompanies gingivitis is only noticeable when eating or drinking, so it's easy to ignore. However, ignoring gingivitis causes it to progress, and this means more symptoms. Brushing your teeth at least twice a day, flossing every day, and having regular dental checkups can greatly improve your chances of succeeding in treating periodontitis and may also reduce your chances of developing it. Inflammation of the gums and tissues surrounding the teeth, known as periodontal disease, is a common and serious condition that many dental patients face.
If you notice that your gums bleed when you brush your teeth, use dental floss, or during your regular dental cleanings, it may be a sign of periodontal disease. Kevin Wanxin Luan, adjunct clinical professor and dental implant surgeon and board-certified periodontist in the UIC Department of Periodontics. The best way to prevent periodontitis is to have regular dental cleanings and practice good oral hygiene at home between visits.
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