Question

Good oral hygiene implies sound teeth and healthy gums with healthy surrounding tissues. Failure to maintain oral hygiene results in diseases affecting the teeth. The deficiency of which of the following vitamins leads to bleeding gums?
(i) Vitamin A
(ii) Vitamin B
(iii) Vitamin C
(iv) Vitamin D​

Answer 1

Answer:-

(iii) Vitamin C

Explanation:-

It's rare, but a severe shortage of vitamin C in your body can lead to scurvy, a disease related to poor nutrition. It can make you weak, cause anemia, and lead to bleeding under your skin. Bleeding gums are a typical sign of scurvy.

Bleeding gums may be a sign of poor dental hygiene. Gums become inflamed and bleed when there's a buildup of plaque along the gum line. Plaque is a sticky film containing bacteria that covers your teeth and gums. And if you don't brush or floss enough, the bacteria can spread and cause tooth decay or gum disease.