Eli5: Why is it that your gums bleed when you brush your teeth for the first time in a couple days or more?

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Edit: Sake of clarity, I suffer from a litany that all impact executive functions. As much as I regret to admit it, the extent of my personal hygiene is making sure my hair don’t dry Tf out or get too oily, and making sure I don’t smell like shit. Bare minimum. I’m an unkempt and wild looking person, which makes people tend to avoid me; which I personally don’t mind at all. However I’m fully aware that I have many issues which need working on. They’re holding me back in many ways, neglecting my body and my living space even worse. Didn’t mean to give a sob story lol, just to explain as to why I have issues like this.

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Also keep in mind the type of products you require. Not all toothbrushes 🪥, toothpastes, floss, or mouthwashes are created the same. I don’t have sensitive teeth yet I opt for softer bristle toothbrushes, sensitive toothpaste or toothpaste that won’t wear out the tooth enamel, quality floss, and decent quality mouthwash (6 in 1 types). Thus far, for over a decade, every dental checkup every 6 months has been great. No cavities and very basic cleaning. Yet I have established my personal daily habit of great oral hygiene long ago. Hitherto any habit can be broken. It must be practiced daily.

Heretofore you need to figure out what works for you. Take your dental oral health serious. Since more often than not as a human being you’re going to like to continue using your mouth well throughout your life.

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