Is gum disease causing bleeding in mouth?

Question

Hello doctor,

I woke this morning and cleared my throat and there was blood in my saliva and then later some in the saliva in my mouth. I have gum disease and my top back teeth, gums are tender. Could that have caused the bleeding?

Answer 1

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Yes, gum disease can cause such oral bleeding. You should first get your teeth and gums cleaned by a dentist. Apply an oral antibiotic gel over gums. Use warm salt water gargle twice a day for a week. Sometimes gum surgeries may be needed to remove infections and heal the gums in severe cases.

Answer 2

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If you have gum disease, yes bleeding can start spontaneously. There are many minute veins which gets engorged when there is gingival swelling and can lead to bleeding while chewing food or while brushing, etc. If possible, send pictures of gums for help in diagnosis. You should do as I said, and get your teeth and gums cleaned and start using warm salt water gargle.

Answer 3

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I understand your concern. When there is negative pressure created inside the mouth, such as during mouth breathing or suction force when forcefully inhaling air, all this can cause bleeding through the gums if they are inflamed due to a severe infection. This can happen even while sleeping.

I hope your queries are resolved, and any further queries are welcome. Thank you.