Gums can get red and inflamed due to poor oral hygiene, plaque deposits, hormonal changes, certain drugs, vitamin C deficiency, etc. There may be associated symptoms of bleeding, bad breath and loose teeth.
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What could be the reason for my gum swelling?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 20-year-old female, 5.1 feet tall, and weighs 176 pounds. I have been experiencing swollen gums with extreme pain for approximately two days; the gum swelling lasted for four days. However, I did not take any medication, except for simply rinsing my mouth with saltwater. I have ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. It looks like there is a severe underlying infection, which should be treated as soon as possible. I would suggest you schedule a dental appointment soon. After an x-ray and abscess drainage (swelling), go for a root c... Read Full »
Do swollen and bleeding gums cause bad breath?
Query: Hello doctor, I am facing a bad breath problem. Sometimes gums get swelled and bleeding happens. I do not feel comfortable speaking to someone because of the bad breath issue. What can I do to eradicate this problem? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Gum bleeding, gum swelling, and bad breath are the signs of gum condition called gingivitis. Gingivitis is the inflammation of the gums caused due to constant irritation by tartar or calculus (hardened yellow deposits on the tooth). Food ... Read Full »
Please suggest solution to fix raised gums in my lower front teeth.
Query: Hello doctor, On the my bottom my two front teeth the gums have came up over them but not covered. But the gum is higher up than it is in any other teeth in my mouth. What caused this? Can I fix this in home itself? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. That condition of your gum is called localized gingivitis. It occurs because of the deposition of calculus and plaque on your teeth and inside the gums margins, which causes inflammation of gums that enlarged in size. The first treatment is ideally you should visit a d... Read Full »
I have a gum problem around the wisdom tooth. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 19-year-old female, and all of my wisdom teeth erupted early without pain. They are in a healthy position and never cause any problems. For the past couple of days, I have been noticing discomfort around one of them, but not about the tooth itself, about the gum flap that somehow... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. A picture of the same would have been helpful for confirming the diagnosis, but I guess it is pericoronitis that you are trying to explain. In pericoronitis, a gum flap usually covers a tooth crown, which can be removed under a dentist's supe... Read Full »
I have an infection in my tooth and gums. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor,I have an infection in my tooth and swelling in the gums. Can I take an antibiotic to clear the infection? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, you can take antibiotics. Take Augmentin (Amoxicillin and Clavulanic acid) or Penicillin. Take three times a day for a week. Get an early appointment with your dentist for an examination. If you are willing to save the tooth, go for root canal treatment if it is po... Read Full »
My father has swelling behind the ear. Please advise.
Query: Hi doctor,My father is having a swelling in the neck behind the ear. Also, he is suffering from a swollen tooth. He is now taking treatment of root canal. Can you please suggest the reason for swelling in the neck? Is this a serious disease like cancer? What to do for this swelling? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I would like to know few details like: Since when he has noticed this swelling? Is there swelling anywhere else like in neck or armpits? Any fever, cough, throat pain or weight loss? Any history of TB (tuberculosis), smoking or tobacco? Any ulcer in the mouth?... Read Full »
I have bleeding while brushing. What should I do?
Query: Hi doctor, I noticed light bleeding while brushing. I feel minor discomfort in the gums at the centre, top and back of the teeth. I do not have much pain. Can I apply anything externally on the gums to prevent bleeding? Please advice. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You should use Betadine gargle as mouthwash twice daily for 15 days to reduce the swelling of gums and bleeding and also to keep your teeth clean. It would be better if you could go to a dentist for physical evaluation. Ask your dentist to do cleaning of your whole mout... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I have been experiencing persistent toothache for a while, and I have been using mefenamic acid to temporarily alleviate the pain. But, the pain returns shortly after taking it. I have a cavity, and my gums are swollen. I have been dealing with this toothache for the past few days, tr... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. We are dedicated to addressing your health-related concerns. You have mentioned experiencing a toothache for a while now. You have attempted to alleviate the pain using nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and mouth rinse. Typically, a tooth comprises three laye... Read Full »
Why do pain and swelling occurs in the erupting wisdom tooth?
Query: Hello doctor, I am facing this below for more than 15 days. My lower and upper wisdom teeth are erupting. The lower teeth are erupting and gum got swelling and pain. There is swelling nearby the last molar teeth and feeling pain. I have a feeling of throat infection and sometimes pain in the throa... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. First of all please do not worry. I went through your query and I am a specialist dealing with third molars. I can understand what kind of pain and discomfort you have been through. I will guide you to relieve all your pain. These teeth are impacted and they will n... Read Full »
Pain and swelling in my wisdom tooth area is preventing me to chew or bite. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I am having gum pain and swelling near wisdom tooth in the lower jaw for three days. I am unable to open the mouth fully and eat or bite properly. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As per the description, you are suffering from pericoronitis. As per the current outside scenario of viral outbreak, one should not visit the dental clinic unless it is an emergency. So for temporary relief, I can tell you medication and a few home remedies, but for ... Read Full »
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