Bleeding gums in children

Gums are protective parts for the roots of the teeth, but when the gums are damaged or infected, they cannot perform the function of protecting the teeth. The manifestation of gingivitis is bleeding gums. Initially, there are mild lesions to the soft tissue, but if not detected early, the bacteria can become active and cause gingivitis.
This is a consequence of poor oral hygiene, allowing bacteria to attack and weaken the gums leading to sensitivity and easy bleeding, especially when brushing. What is bleeding gums?
Bleeding gums is also a manifestation of Vitamin C deficiency. Because when the body lacks vitamin C, it will not be able to synthesize collagen, leading to wounds that take longer to heal or bleeding in the gums.

Bleeding gums in children affect children's daily activities, make children anorexic due to pain in the gums and can disrupt sleep.
The phenomenon of bleeding gums, if not treated, will lead to periodontitis, receding gums, making teeth loose. In addition, bleeding gums have the risk of affecting the child's permanent teeth later in life.
When you have gingivitis, it will affect the roots of the teeth and the parts around the sockets, hurting the roots and alveolar bone, causing the roots to wobble, leading to tooth loss.

3.1 Medications and mouth sores Along with removing tartar , taking medicine prescribed by a doctor is also a way to treat bleeding gums. However, it is necessary to pay attention to regular oral hygiene for children.
During the period of gingivitis, children should not brush their teeth because it will cause pain and further damage the gums. Using gauze and 0.9% NaCL to open a child's mouth is an effective way to clean children's teeth.
3.2 Supplementing with Vitamin C One of the causes of bleeding gums is vitamin C deficiency in children. Adding vitamin C to daily food is a way to treat and prevent bleeding gums. Once Vitamin C is supplemented, the damaged gum tissue will heal faster and strengthen the child's resistance.

3.3 Taking tartar For children who have had permanent teeth, the treatment of bleeding gums should be carried out early to ensure real teeth for children. If there is tartar under the gums and around the roots, it is necessary to take the child to the dental clinic to have tartar removed.
3.4 Gargling with salt water This is an effective and easy way to clean your teeth. For children to rinse their mouth with diluted salt water 2-3 times / day to limit bleeding gums and prevent other dental related diseases.
Bleeding gums is a manifestation of dental diseases that cannot be taken lightly. This should not be allowed to persist, especially in young children. Currently, Vinmec International General Hospital is providing a general health check-up package for children, children will be examined for oral health by experienced and skilled specialists.

For children to be healthy and develop well, it is necessary to have a nutritious diet in terms of quantity and quality balance. If children are not provided with adequate and balanced nutrients, it will lead to diseases of excess or lack of nutrients, which adversely affect the comprehensive development of children in terms of physical, mental and motor skills.
Children who do not eat properly are at risk of micro-mineral deficiency causing anorexia, growth retardation, malabsorption,... If they notice the above signs, parents should supplement their children with products. The supplement contains lysine, essential micro-minerals and vitamins such as zinc, chromium, selenium, and B vitamins to help fully meet the nutritional needs of children. At the same time, these essential vitamins also support digestion, enhance nutrient absorption, help improve anorexia, and help children eat well.
Parents can learn more:
Signs of zinc deficiency in children
Micronutrient deficiency and failure to gain weight in children
Please regularly visit Vinmec.com website and update useful information to take care of your child. Take care of the baby and the whole family.