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Suggest Treatment For Bleeding Gums And Bad Breath

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Posted on Tue, 17 Mar 2015
Question: gum bleeding and bad breath
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Answered by Dr. Neha Sumra (43 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Scaling,use mouthwash

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Thanks for writing in.

As per your symptoms, you are having gingivitis & you need to go for scaling.
For bad breathe use 0.2% chlorhexidine mouthwash 10 ml once daily half an hour after brushing.
Maintain proper oral hygiene by regular brushing & flossing.
Consult your dentist for further treatment plan.

Hope I answered your query

Wishing you good health

Regards
Dr. Neha Sumra
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Suggest Treatment For Bleeding Gums And Bad Breath

Brief Answer: Scaling,use mouthwash Detailed Answer: Hi Thanks for writing in. As per your symptoms, you are having gingivitis & you need to go for scaling. For bad breathe use 0.2% chlorhexidine mouthwash 10 ml once daily half an hour after brushing. Maintain proper oral hygiene by regular brushing & flossing. Consult your dentist for further treatment plan. Hope I answered your query Wishing you good health Regards Dr. Neha Sumra