yes you have gum disease! healthy gums do not bleed. if your gums are healthy you should be able to brush and floss without any pain or bleeding. mouthwashes are useless if your brushing and flossing are not effective. i cannot answer to your dentist's diagnostic and communication skills however i do recommend that you go and seek the advise of a periodontist. go in for a consult and have the periodontist examine your mouth review your home care and see why you are constantly bleeding. i do not know if you are taking any medication which might create this situation or your brushing technique is lacking but this should be reviewed by the most trained person. please do not delay this. gingivitis (gum disease) is entirely reversible if addressed in time.
my gums bleed during brushing and look inflamed. i’ve tried mouth washes and soft brushes. do i have a mouth disease?