"Why does gingival bleeding often occur due to dental calculus?"
Frequent gum bleeding caused by dental calculus may be due to poor oral hygiene or periodontitis. Patients need to take corresponding treatment measures based on different causes.
1. Poor Oral Hygiene: If one does not pay attention to oral hygiene or brushes teeth improperly, food residue may remain on the tooth surface, forming dental plaque and soft deposits. If not removed promptly, they will gradually calcify and form dental calculus. When dental calculus stimulates the gums, it may lead to inflammatory reactions in the gums, causing gum congestion and edema. When exposed to external stimuli, gum bleeding may occur. It is recommended that patients maintain good oral hygiene habits, brush teeth twice a day, rinse after meals, and regularly undergo teeth cleaning to remove dental calculus.
2. Periodontitis: Periodontitis is a chronic destructive disease that occurs in periodontal tissues, mainly caused by bacterial infection. Common symptoms include red and swollen gums, pain, and in severe cases, tooth loosening and gum recession. If not treated actively and effectively, it may also affect normal chewing function. For individuals with mild conditions, ultrasonic scaling can be used to thoroughly remove dental calculus. If necessary, medication such as metronidazole tablets and amoxicillin capsules can be prescribed under the guidance of a doctor. In addition, it may also be caused by pulpitis, but regardless of the cause, it is necessary to actively cooperate with doctors for treatment to avoid delaying the condition.
