When a baby is teething, bleeding gums are usually caused by teeth breaking through the delicate tissue in the gums. Bleeding could also be caused by bacteria that cause inflammation.

Causes

A new toothbrush - Brush with firm bristles can sometimes cause gums to bleed. If you just bought your child a new toothbrush, check the bristles to see how firm they are, or look at the package to see what types of bristles it has. You should always buy toothbrushes with soft bristles for young kids; they are just as good at cleaning your teeth as toothbrushes with more rigid bristles but are much kinder to gums and teeth. Additionally, make sure your child isn’t applying too much pressure when brushing their teeth. This mistake can also cause bleeding and damage to sensitive gums.

Periodontal disease - This gum disease can result from excessive plaque buildup. If your child has gums that bleed easily or are red, swollen, and tender, they may have gum disease. The best way to keep gum disease away from your child is an excellent oral health routine. Ensure that your children are brushing twice daily for two minutes at a time.

Children don’t immediately start with a case of periodontitis. If parents don’t guide their children to develop healthy oral hygiene habits early on, kids may develop gingivitis. Gingivitis precedes periodontitis and is usually the result of insufficient dental hygiene.

Symptoms

Swollen, irritated, receding, and easily-bleeding gums.

Remedies

• Parents really have to go the extra mile to teach their children about good dental hygiene habits. Join them to brush their teeth at least twice a day.
• Remember to use a circular motion and brush your teeth at least for 2 minutes every time.
• Keep your kid’s dentists every 6 months and pay close attention to your child’s toothbrush. Consider getting a toothbrush with which bristles work best on your kid.
• You should also keep an eye out for what your kid likes to eat. Sugary foods and drinks can cause severe damage to your children’s teeth.
• Decay, gingivitis, and periodontitis can all begin with imbalanced diets filled with sugary foods and soft drinks.
• Your kid’s paediatric dentist will initiate treatment considering their medical history.
• If there is an infection, your kid may require some antibiotics for some time.