MYTH – Bleeding gums can be caused by brushing too hard or using a toothbrush that is not soft enough. In those situations, bleeding gums are not harmful and can be prevented by changing the way you brush or changing your toothbrush to one with softer bristles.
However, bleeding gums may also suggest that your gums are inflamed. This can develop into periodontitis, which is a condition where the gums get infected. This causes the soft tissue and bone that supports your teeth to be damaged and lead to the loss of teeth. Hence, gum bleeding that does not go away is not normal and should not be ignored.