Gingivitis Care: Calm Inflamed, Bleeding Gums

Gingivitis is the early stage of gum disease characterized by red, swollen, and bleeding gums. These dentist-recommended products are specifically selected to help you reverse inflammation and restore your gum health at home.

Recommended Products for Gingivitis

CloSYS Ultra Sensitive Mouth Rinse

Targets bacteria along the gumline to reduce bleeding and swelling.

Gum Soft-Picks Advanced

Gently cleans between teeth and along the gums where a brush can’t reach.

Waterpik Cordless Advanced

Flushes out plaque and food from deep along the gumline and between teeth.

Parodontax Toothpaste

Helps stop and prevent bleeding gums when used twice daily.

Parodontax Toothbrush

Extra-soft bristles designed to be gentle on inflamed, bleeding gums.

Cocolab String Floss

Textured string floss that removes stubborn plaque between teeth and along the gumline.

Mouth Rinse

Best for: Patients with red, tender gums that bleed when brushing.

Reduces plaque-causing bacteria that lead to gingivitis.
Soothes inflammation and promotes faster healing of gum tissue.
Use twice daily after brushing and flossing for 30 seconds.

Interdental Brushes

Best for: Cleaning tight interdental spaces and stimulating blood flow in tender gums.

Gently cleans between teeth and along the gums where a brush can’t reach.
Helps reduce gum bleeding by removing hidden plaque daily.
Use once daily, preferably before bed, for complete oral hygiene.

Waterpik

Best for: Deep cleaning of periodontal pockets and around dental work.

Flushes out plaque and food from deep along the gumline and between teeth.
Clinically proven more effective than string floss for gum health.
Use for 60 seconds once per day before your standard brushing.

Toothpaste

Best for: Patients with highly sensitive, actively bleeding gums.

Helps reduce plaque buildup along the gumline
Clinically shown to help stop and prevent bleeding gums
Use twice daily in place of your regular toothpaste for ongoing gum protection

String Floss

Best for: Patients who prefer traditional flossing with textured grip.

Effectively removes stubborn plaque with a textured coconut-infused fiber.
Gentle on the fingers while scrubbing away bacteria between teeth.
Daily use recommended to prevent plaque buildup in hard-to-reach spots.

Electric Toothbrush

Best for: High-efficiency plaque removal and gum stimulation.

Oscillating-rotating motion breaks up plaque more effectively than manual brushing.
Built-in pressure sensor alerts you if you brush too hard, protecting your gums.
Use twice daily for 2 minutes to ensure optimal plaque removal.

How to Heal and Protect Your Gums

Brush twice daily: Use a pea-size amount of toothpaste and a soft-bristle toothbrush (manual or electric), angling the bristles at 45 degrees toward the gumline.
Clean between teeth: Use interdental brushes and string floss once a day to remove plaque from spaces your toothbrush cannot reach.
Rinse for protection: Use a non-alcoholic mouth rinse after brushing to kill remaining bacteria and soothe inflamed tissues.
Monitor for bleeding: Keep track of any reduction in redness or bleeding as you stay consistent with the routine.
Maintain consistency: Healthy gum habits take time; stick to the routine for at least 2 weeks to see visible improvement.

Note: If gum bleeding or swelling does not improve after two weeks of consistent care, please schedule an appointment with your dentist for a professional evaluation.