Blood in spit when brushing is not normal and one of the first signs of Gum Disease. Sadly, not a lot of South Africans know this and leave their bleeding gums untreated. The World Health Organisation’s global oral health status report reveals that nearly a quarter of South Africans over 15 years old experience gum disease in a given year. Yet much of this could be prevented with the proper care – and sometimes all it takes is using the right toothpaste.
In honour of National Oral Health Month this September, award-winning broadcaster and author, Carol Ofori, is using her voice to spotlight one of the things we often overlook in our Oral Health – our Gums: “I used to think bleeding gums were just part of brushing,” says Carol. “But it turns out that’s one of the first signs that something’s wrong.” In collaboration with parodontax, the Gum Experts, Carol is encouraging South Africans to take gum health seriously this National Oral Health Month.
Take gum health seriously. She highlights five ways to master good gum health:
1. Bleeding gums are not normal. It’s a silent sign of gum disease
If you notice blood in your spit when brushing or flossing, this is not to be ignored. Most people think that it is only caused by brushing or flossing too hard, but the truth is it can also result from plaque bacteria building up along the gum line. If left untreated, it can lead to severe consequences, including bad breath, swollen & inflamed gums, tooth loss, and ultimately, gum disease.
The good news? Catching it early makes treatment easier and more effective. “When you notice bleeding whilst brushing or flossing, you need to switch to a specialist bleeding gums toothpaste,” says Carol. Lucky for you there is parodontax toothpastes which are clinically proven to help stop and prevent bleeding, swollen and inflamed gums*
2. Not all toothpastes are designed for bleeding gums
For bleeding, swollen and inflamed gums, you need a toothpaste designed for bleeding gums. “parodontax works because it effectively targets the main cause of bleeding gums by removing plaque bacteria from the gumline,” says Carol. “It’s not like your regular toothpaste and certainly doesn’t taste like one because of the expert formulation that contains 67% specialised mineral salts that actively removes plaque bacteria and supports gum health where you need it most.” If you have sensitive or swollen gums or notice bleeding, it’s time to switch to the Gum Experts, parodontax.
3. Good gum health is good oral health
People underestimate the critical role healthy, problem-free gums play in ensuring our teeth last a lifetime. Good gum health ensures you have a strong foundation for your oral health and protects you from possible health problems like gum disease, which can be linked to health problems like diabetes, heart disease and systemic inflammation.
“When you look after your gums, you’re helping your overall health too. Make sure you prioritise solidifying a strong gum foundation,” says Carol.
4. Home remedies vs specialist gum solutions? Make the right choice for your gums
Many people turn to home remedies like saltwater rinses, oil pulling, or herbal mouthwashes for bleeding gums. While these may offer temporary relief, they don’t address the root cause – plaque bacteria building up along the gumline. “You probably wouldn’t use a home remedy for a serious medical condition, so why do that for your gums?” says Carol
People who spit blood when they brush or floss, or even have swollen or inflamed gums, need a specialist solution. solution that is not only clinically proven to help stop and prevent bleeding gums by removing the main cause of bleeding gums* but also supports good gum health leaving you with healthy gums and strong teeth. “For me, parodontax beats home remedies at not only stopping my bleeding gums but keeping them healthy by preventing the issue from returning,” says Carol.
5. Actively helps gums start repairing in just 1 week**
The new parodontax Active Gum Repair Fresh Mint actively helps repair bleeding, swollen and inflamed gums from just 1 week**. Its unique formulation is clinically proven to actively repair gums*** by targeting the main cause of gum disease, plaque bacteria, to help gums repair. “Which toothpaste do you know that actively helps gums start repairing in just 1 week?” asks Carol.
Brushing twice a day with parodontax Toothpaste is a simple yet powerful habit in keeping your gums healthy. Carol recommends taking the #parodontax1WeekChallenge with the parodontax Active Gum Repair Fresh Mint to see visible improvements from just 1 week.
“It’s such a small switch, but it made a big difference to how my gums and teeth feel,” says Carol. “When your mouth feels fresh and comfortable, your confidence shows. We all deserve to feel happy with our mouths.”
Want to join the movement?
Head over to parodontax’s Instagram page to follow #parodontax1WeekChallenge where @aestheticallysarette, @swazi_elihle_ and @stepmom_mihlalim share their visible improvements, proving why parodontax remains the expert solution for your bleeding gums.
