{"id":1840,"date":"2026-02-12T13:46:24","date_gmt":"2026-02-12T13:46:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/amdentalstudiogdl.mx\/?p=1840"},"modified":"2026-02-03T14:05:46","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T14:05:46","slug":"por-que-sangran-las-encias-al-usar-hilo-dental-guia-definitiva","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/amdentalstudiogdl.mx\/en\/por-que-sangran-las-encias-al-usar-hilo-dental-guia-definitiva\/","title":{"rendered":"Why do gums bleed when flossing? The definitive guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

If your gums bleed when you floss, don't panic and don't stop using it! Usually, it's just a sign that there's some inflammation from plaque or that you're flossing too hard.<\/strong> And about yellow teeth, don't worry! Often, it's just the natural dentin showing through<\/strong>, and it has nothing to do with not brushing your teeth well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Blood when flossing? Did I cut myself or what's going on?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is the number one question we receive at our dental clinic in Zapopan<\/a>. Many people come in thinking that flossing is hurting them because they see blood and, out of fear, they stop using it! But heads up, that is the main mistake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Alejandra Mora, our expert at AM Dental Studio, always tells us: \"Gums don't bleed for no reason. Either you gave them a bit too much of a nudge with the floss and hurt yourself, or you have inflammation<\/strong> from the bacteria and tartar that have built up there.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do you bleed if you're supposed to be cleaning?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It's a bit ironic, isn't it? But if you stop flossing because you see blood, you're giving bacteria permission to move in and live in your mouth. Blood is like a cry for help from your gums. When plaque<\/strong> stays around for too long, your body sends more blood to the area to defend itself, and that's why they become so sensitive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n