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Gingival enlargement
My dentist said that she need to shave my gingival because it's is enlarged but it's normal I think . I am attaching some images plz tell me do I need that treatment .
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Go For cleaning of the teeth and start the medication as per dentist advice .
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Warm salt rinse twice , use ultra soft tooth brush and mouth wash( dentist suggested ) after 30 mins of brushing helps to prevent gum problems.
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There is appearance of plaque and mild swelling of gums. You may be having acute gingivitis.
Next Steps
You need to get teeth cleaning or scaling done. Use a chlorhexidine mouthwash twice daily.
Health Tips
Brush twice a day and use floss everyday. Massage gums with your index finger after brushing.
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Gingiva enlarges due to pyorrhoea problem. U should undergo cleaning of teeth. Once cleaning is done, den start wd warm saline rinses as much as u can. And dey wl b normal in just few days.
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Rinse after every meal wd normal water
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