What is it when I have bleeding upon probing in my mouth?
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Dr. De Vizio of Colgate answered:Dentists and periodontists may use bleeding as an indicator of periodontal disease. If your gums bleed within 10 seconds of being touched with a probe it is a sign that your gums are inflamed. it could be a sign of inflamed, swollen, or infected gums that are more delicate than they would be if they were healthy.
Dentists and periodontists may use bleeding as an indicator of periodontal disease. If your gums bleed within 10 seconds of being touched with a probe it is a sign that your gums are inflamed. it could be a sign of inflamed, swollen, or... More
