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What causes swollen gums and pain while eating?

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Hi doctor,

I have swollen gums and have pain while eating. Please help.
Answered by Dr. Achanta Krishna Swaroop

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Dr. Krishna Swaroop Achanta is a Dental Surgeon specializing in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Implantology. His expertise includes reconstructive and cosmetic surgery of the face, management of facial trauma, and treatment of conditions affecting the oral cavity, jaws, head, and neck. He is dedicated to delivering advanced dental and surgical care with precision and compassion.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have seen the photo that you have shared (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). It is a gingival swelling or abscess, more like an inflammatory lesion of the gum. It happens due to tooth decay if it is indicated for root canal treatment and the infection may have spread to the gum. It may also be because of stress or acute onset gingival inflammation that can occur if you have not got dental scaling till now. Are any of the two premolars paining? If not you need to get deep cleaning and betadine irrigation done.

I suggest you to start rinsing with Chlorhexidine mouthwash and warm salt water several times a day. I can suggest an antibiotic prophylaxis later if needed. For pain, I suggest you to take tablet containing Etoricoxib 60 mg and Paracetamol 325 mg twice daily after food.

I hope this has helped you. Please feel free to reach me again, in case of further queries.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At March 17, 2022
Reviewed At October 29, 2024

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Krishna Swaroop Achanta is a Dental Surgeon specializing in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Implantology. His expertise includes reconstructive and cosmetic surgery of the face, management of facial trauma, and treatment of conditions affecting the oral cavity, jaws, head, and neck. He is dedicated to delivering advanced dental and surgical care with precision and compassion.

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BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Krishna Swaroop Achanta is a Dental Surgeon specializing in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Implantology. His expertise includes reconstructive and cosmetic surgery of the face, management of facial trauma, and treatment of conditions affecting the oral cavity, jaws, head, and neck. He is dedicated to delivering advanced dental and surgical care with precision and compassion.

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