How to make teeth stop bleeding

Bleeding from the gums usually improves only when the cause is treated, so use gentle cleaning and arrange a dental examination.

Gum bleeding commonly comes from inflamed gingiva, plaque at the gumline, brushing trauma, a dental appliance, or less commonly a medical or medication-related problem.

Brush twice daily with a soft-bristled brush, clean between the teeth gently, and do not stop cleaning the bleeding area. A dentist can remove hardened calculus and check for cavities, gum pockets, infection, or an injury.

Seek prompt care for heavy or persistent bleeding, facial swelling, fever, a loose tooth, bleeding after an extraction that will not settle, or bleeding with easy bruising elsewhere.

Ask what is causing the bleeding, whether periodontal pocket measurements or radiographs are needed, and which brushing and interdental method fits your gums.