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Swelling in gums
Have braces for 5 months now but now having swelling in backmost gum .This is the 1st time it has happened.
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This is because of some band or bracket impingment into the gums
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The swelling in back most gum should not be associated with braces . It can be a different reason like an erupting molar or an infected molar . You should visit a dentist
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Dr. Priya Verma
Dentist
26 yrs exp
Bangalore
Consult a dentist. If required do an X-ray to check the cause of swelling.sometimes plaque deposits can also cause gum swelling
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