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Pain in the gums
I have been experiencing a sharp pain in my gums since two days, which seems to be a toothbrush injury..I am not sure. It usually pains whenever I talk, eat or move my lips. The gum seems to have detached itself from the tooth.. please suggest. Thanks
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The main reason is improper brushing, which causes accumulation of tartar (calculus). Which is a calcified hard substance deposited on the surface of teeth. It eventually causes pain, inflammation and swelling of the gums as well as bad mouth odor.
Next Steps
Visit a Periodontist for scaling.
Health Tips
Brush twice daily using the correct brushing technique.
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It's because of wrong brushing technique causing the problem as' tartar ' the white calcified deposits over the surface of the teeth.Hense , causing pain & inflammation of the gums so having trouble while movements like talking , eating etc.
Next Steps
visit dentist / periodontist for clinical examination.
Health Tips
brush 2 times daily on a regular basis with proper brushing technique as advised by the dentist / periodontist.
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Hi. The plaque and calculus accumulation in your lower teeth has lead to inflammation of gums and tooth bearing structures (periodontitis) over a period of time. Hence the redness, mild swelling, pain, detached gums etc.
For now start warm water salt rinses and chlorhexidine mouthwash twice a day and consult a dentist/periodontist soon without much delay.
Next Steps
See a dentist/periodontist soon
Health Tips
Advisable to see your dentist every 6 months.
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