The most common cause of bleeding when you brush is gingivitis, and infection of the gums. Untreated, gingivitis can lead to more serious forms of gum disease that will cause bone and tooth loss. When you see that your gums are bleeding when you brush, you should brush and floss more, not less.
When does puberty happen? There is no set age for puberty so try not to worry if your body changes earlier or later than your friendsâ. For girls, puberty often happens between 10 and 16,1 and for boys between 10 and 18.2. Remember that changes will happen over time.
What is considered early, or precocious, puberty in boys? Puberty usually takes six years and typically occurs between the ages of nine and 15 in boys, with the first signs in boys appearing at about 12 years. If there are signs of puberty before nine years in boys, it is considered to be early, or precocious, puberty. Early puberty is more common in boys than girls.