As a holistic dentist, it is not
uncommon to meet with many patients seeking an alternative opinion on
their dental problems. Root canals and metal fillings are at the top of
the list, but it is quickly followed by gum (periodontal) disease.
Personally, I have met many patients that weren’t even aware that they had a gum problem since no dental professional pointed it out to them. Many were lead to believe that their occasional bleeding gums and bad taste in their mouth, was perfectly fine and nothing to be concerned about. Some were even told that it was normal for this to occur. I think not!
So your gums bleed? There are 4 main reasons for this:
1. Poor oral hygiene
2. Nutritional deficiencies
3. Genetic predisposition (your parents had gum disease)
4. All of the above
Personally, I have met many patients that weren’t even aware that they had a gum problem since no dental professional pointed it out to them. Many were lead to believe that their occasional bleeding gums and bad taste in their mouth, was perfectly fine and nothing to be concerned about. Some were even told that it was normal for this to occur. I think not!
Flossing
1. Poor oral hygiene
2. Nutritional deficiencies
3. Genetic predisposition (your parents had gum disease)
4. All of the above
