Scott’s Bleeding Gums – A Wake-Up Call from Argao, Cebu

In the Philippines, many people delay dental visits — not because they don’t care, but because procrastination has become part of the culture. Most Filipinos put oral health aside, often saying “next time nalang” — especially when finances are tight.

Scott, a 32-year-old from Argao, Cebu, was one of them. Every morning, he’d see a hint of blood when brushing. “Normal lang siguro,” he thought. He blamed it on brushing too hard and moved on with his day.

James, a 35-year-old office worker from Cebu, started noticing sharp pain whenever he drank cold water or brushed his teeth. At first, he ignored it — thinking it was just normal wear and tear. But over time, the sensitivity got worse. Even a sip of his favorite iced coffee became painful.