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Gum infection

2022-05-15 07:14:56
Gum is swollen and while on pressing blood s coming  ..Visited a dr ...she cleaned the mouth and told had a gum infection When it will get alright... Now face is little swelling Anything to worry Please help
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Hello Gum infection or gingival inflammation causes bleeding in gums while brushing or even pressing with fingers There is nothing to worry
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please follow the instruction what the treating dentist has prescribed Warm Saline gargle 3-5times a day is recommended Thanks :-)

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Hello.Hi. After cleaning of it takes time to heal .5-7days. If bleeding gums persistent take full mouth xray to evaluate any deep gum infections. Best treatmens are there for gum infections.
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post full mouth xray. OPG.

Answered2022-05-15 14:31:59

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if it is due to plaque and calculus … swelling will reduce eventually after proper cleaning.. need to check the pocket depth if deep cleaning or flap is required in case… if swelling has come up to the face then get an x-ray done to check any other underlying cause
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iopa or opg is required
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start warm saline rinses

Answered2022-05-15 08:10:16

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If swelling has reached till the face there is severe infection due to tooth decay, trauma or wisdom tooth eruption.
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Visit dentist for clinical examination and x ray of region of swelling.

Answered2022-05-15 08:05:12

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After cleaning/ scaling of teeth, swelling of gums should have decreased.
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If you are not feeling better please consult a gum specialist. If you'd like, you can book an appointment with us.
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Don’t worry you will be alright. Continue brushing and flossing twice daily.

Answered2022-05-15 07:55:37

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