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Can gingivitis cause teeth to become twisted or crooked?

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Is it possible for gingivitis to cause the teeth to become twisted or crooked? I have noticed that my gums are swollen around my teeth, with some parts appearing white with red veins. I also have bleeding when I brush. I have been using my asthma inhaler frequently, but I recently discovered that I am supposed to drink water or brush my teeth after every use, which I was not aware of. Please help.

Thank you.
Answered by Dr. Honey Nandwani

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BDS

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Dr. Honey Nandwani is an Oral Surgeon. She has completed her BDS from Barkatullah University in 2011. She is currently practicing in the City dental clinic, in Haryana, with 11 years of clinical experience, and is actively involved in surgical procedures, patient education, and patient management. She can serve patients effectively and efficiently and has a proven record of managing patients with exceptional communication and customer service skills. Her fields of interest are Endodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Maxillofacial Prosthodontics, Orthodontics, and Periodontics.

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Swollen gums could result from gum inflammation caused by a gum infection. If the infection spreads to the underlying bone, it may lead to attachment loss and loosening of teeth, possibly causing them to become crooked. I suggest you take a panoramic X-ray to assess the severity of the infection and bone loss. I suggest a deep scaling procedure followed by antibiotics and gum paint massage for treatment. In the meantime, do warm saline gargles and use antiseptic mouthwash gargles. Always rinse your mouth thoroughly after using a steroid inhaler.

I hope this helps.

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Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At October 7, 2023
Reviewed At December 16, 2024

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Honey Nandwani is an Oral Surgeon. She has completed her BDS from Barkatullah University in 2011. She is currently practicing in the City dental clinic, in Haryana, with 11 years of clinical experience, and is actively involved in surgical procedures, patient education, and patient management. She can serve patients effectively and efficiently and has a proven record of managing patients with exceptional communication and customer service skills. Her fields of interest are Endodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Maxillofacial Prosthodontics, Orthodontics, and Periodontics.

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Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Honey Nandwani is an Oral Surgeon. She has completed her BDS from Barkatullah University in 2011. She is currently practicing in the City dental clinic, in Haryana, with 11 years of clinical experience, and is actively involved in surgical procedures, patient education, and patient management. She can serve patients effectively and efficiently and has a proven record of managing patients with exceptional communication and customer service skills. Her fields of interest are Endodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Maxillofacial Prosthodontics, Orthodontics, and Periodontics.

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