Hi doctor,
I tried to get food out between my teeth. I feel like I have gotten my gum stuck between my teeth as I tried to get the food out. I feel pinching, and the gum is purple, swollen and bleeding. What do I do?
Hello,
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- Due to extra efforts, you have injured gum. It is inflamed, and that is why it is swollen. You can visit a dentist.
- Do not irritate the gum with tongue or nails. Brush the teeth slowly and carefully. I suggest antibiotics like capsule Amoxicillin 200 mg for two days twice a day for preventing any infection.
- After the pain is cured once visit a dentist for cleaning so that if there is any food particle left, he will take it out properly.
- Maintain oral hygiene by using mouthwash and avoid hard food or chewing from the affected side.
The Probable causes:
Differential diagnosis:
Caries.
Probable diagnosis:Chronic generalized gingivitis.
Treatment plan:Scaling and root planning.
Preventive measures:Regarding follow up:
Revert after three days to a dentist online.---> https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-online/dentist
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