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Swelling in gums

2018-08-08 05:53:40
I have swelling in my gums at left side. Because of this its paining. Its have been since 4-5 days..
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Hello mam, You have to specify if the swelling is generalised or localised . If it is localised it may be due to and tooth decay forming an abscess if so you will have Get antibiotic course  and do root canal treatment and place a crown.

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it can be because of many reasons. carious tooth or may be wisdom tooth eruption or abscess in gums. visit a dentist
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do not ignore this swelling and avoid self medication
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u can reach us. we are based in preet vihar delhi

Answered2018-08-08 10:13:23

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Is the swelling localized to any one tooth or entire left side is swollen? If it is localized is the associated tooth carious or had a history of that painful tooth? Then get a xray done! Meanwhile rinse with warm salt water gargle and scaling done
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Dont poke the swelling with anything especially tooth pick!

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Do u have any caries in tooth in dis particular region? Im
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get a xray done asap

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