Gum infections can occur due to a number of reasons, including poor nutrition. Lack of vitamin C can result in bleeding gums, which if left untreated, can lead to gum infection. Vitamin C helps your body maintain and repair teeth, cartilage and bones, as well as heal wounds. Vitamin C deficiency promotes Gingivitis.
People who experience bleeding gums should start following a healthy, nutritious diet plan as it is often nutritional deficiency that leads to bleeding gums. Make sure to eat foods that have a high-content of vitamin C or take vitamin-C supplements. Don’t forget to discuss your dietary needs with a highly experienced dental professional at Brighton Implant Clinic. Foods that are rich in Vitamin C include carrots, oranges, red peppers and sweet potatoes. Eating fruits and vegetables that are high in Vitamin-C is better than consuming fruit or vegetable juices. Most juices do not only have a high sugar content but they are also very acidic, promoting tooth enamel erosion. If you still want to drink fruit juices, try to use a straw as this minimizes the contact of the juice with your teeth.
Consult a doctor before taking vitamin C supplements or multivitamins every day. One of the most important things is to schedule regular dental checkups at a dental implant clinic UK as this will help rule out any potential oral health conditions. Remember, a healthy mouth equals a healthy body and of course, a healthy you!