Bacteria, which is also known as plaque is one of the major irritants that cause gums to bleed. The reason why plaque makes the gum area bleed is because they become raw and painful, and very sensitive.
The state of plaque is sticky and nearly invisible. It continuously forms in the mouth and can make teeth and the tongue feel fuzzy.
Where does plaque build?
* The teeth
* Dental restorations (fillings, crowns, and dentures, etc.)
* The gums
* The tongue
If plaque builds up in the mouth, it is very harmful to the body, gums and teeth. The majority of the harm happens when the plaque sticks to itself and feeds on carbohydrates. As plaque feeds on carbohydrates, it becomes acidic. The acid spike tends to last for up to 20 minutes after you finish eating. When this happens, the bacteria multiplies in size and becomes extremely harmful.
Fermenting carbohydrates include:
* Bread
* Pasta
* Soft Drinks
* Cakes, Cookies and Pastries
* Candy
* Bananas
* Breakfast Cereals
* Rice
* Potatoes
* Crackers, Pretzels and Potato Chips
Plaque is not something that we want. Once it builds up, it can create a yellowish film in the mouth. If it sits for too long, it can eventually look orange, green or grey.
This is why your gums bleed:
* Plaque is live bacteria that irritates the gums.
* When acid is produced, the bacteria in plaque causes irritation to the gums.
* Plaque sticks to teeth, which also causes irritation to the gums.
* When plaque multiplies and grows, it causes the gum tissue and bone to pull away from the irritant.
Plaque can not only be painful, but it can also be messy. It becomes a serious issue when it sits for too long. If you believe you have plaque, remove it as soon as possible.
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