Question 1

1 year olds gums near where molar is supposed to be is swollen. she only has 5 teeth so far. why are back gums swollen & she seems to be fussy?

Accepted Answer

: The 1 year molars generally come in between 1 and 2 years of age, even if the front teeth have not all come in yet. So that is probably what you are seeing. You may see the teeth break through in the next few weeks although it could take longer. If she seems sick in any other way, please call her doctor.

Question 2

what can i do if my lower left back gums are swollen! help!?

Accepted Answer

See periodontist: There are many possible reasons for the swelling   it may be tooth related , gum disease, periodontal disease, food collecting, filling or crown irritation or even a cavity trapping food. See a periodontist.

Question 3

my lower back gum is swollen due to bushing it to fast and hard what can i do to heal it?

Accepted Answer

Soft toothbrush: Salt water rinses
Brush with a soft tooth brush
Dental check up if it has been a while as it could be another problem as well

Question 4

is it a sign of your wisdoms cutting if your back gums are swollen and turning white? also, it feels like a layer of gum is covering my back teeth.

Accepted Answer

Wisdom Teeth: It appears that your wisdom teeth are erupting.

Question 5

hi, i suffer from sensitive gums, so i try to make sure i stay away from sugary foods and drinks. 2 weeks back i ate popcorn, my upper back gum is swollen and in pain, left upper side of the mouth, i assume lodged between gum, one spot only hurts. ?

Accepted Answer

You may be right....: Something may be lodged in that area. It needs to be removed. If you can't do it you'll need to see your dentist.

Question 6

what if your back gums are swollen is it an infection?

Accepted Answer

Likely yes : Other causes of your symptoms are possible. See you dentist for a examination, diagnosis and treatment.

Question 7

what does it mean when your back molar gums are swollen?

Accepted Answer

Periodontal Disease: It means you have unhealthy gums.  See your dentist.

Question 8

i have a boils in my right back gum, it is swollen and the pain it causing the left ear to be more painful as well as eye.

Accepted Answer

Infection: You have an infection. Needs immediate treatment b because it's spreading. Call your Dentist and make an emergency appointment. Do it now.

Question 9

my mouth pain is in the back upper at the very back my gums are swollen and stays in on spot. i feel like i have to always chew. is this a wisdom toot?

Accepted Answer

Mouth Pain: So given that it may be another wisdom tooth trying to erupt (see an oral surgeon for an xray). It may be due to an injury in that area recently causing the tissue to swell and be irritated. I would see the oral surgeon for the xray first. If no findings then i would see and endodontist to rule out abscess. Let us know how it turns out as it is tough to diagnose without seeing your mouth.

Question 10

i had a tooth extracted 2-3 months ago, the back of my gums has swollen across three of my teeth near the extraction site. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Post Op Extractions!: Good day 
   Usually after 4-6 weeks complete healing has occurred. The symptoms you present may be from adjacent teeth. In any event  contact your dentist and return for a follow up visit! Or you may seek out Oral surgeon for a second opinion.

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1 year olds gums near where molar is supposed to be is swollen. she only has 5 teeth so far. why are back gums swollen & she seems to be fussy?

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What can i do if my lower left back gums are swollen! help!?

A member asked:

My lower back gum is swollen due to bushing it to fast and hard what can i do to heal it?

A member asked:

Is it a sign of your wisdoms cutting if your back gums are swollen and turning white? also, it feels like a layer of gum is covering my back teeth.

A member asked:

Hi, i suffer from sensitive gums, so i try to make sure i stay away from sugary foods and drinks. 2 weeks back i ate popcorn, my upper back gum is swollen and in pain, left upper side of the mouth, i assume lodged between gum, one spot only hurts. ?

A member asked:

What if your back gums are swollen is it an infection?

A member asked:

What does it mean when your back molar gums are swollen?

A member asked:

I have a boils in my right back gum, it is swollen and the pain it causing the left ear to be more painful as well as eye.

A member asked:

My mouth pain is in the back upper at the very back my gums are swollen and stays in on spot. i feel like i have to always chew. is this a wisdom toot?

A member asked:

I had a tooth extracted 2-3 months ago, the back of my gums has swollen across three of my teeth near the extraction site. is this normal?

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