Question 1

when i rub my tounge on my gums and teeth i taste a burnt/rotting taste...am i loosing my teeth?

Accepted Answer

Likely gum infection: It may be that when you press your gums with your tongue, you are expressing pus from a gum or tooth infection. This drainage, depending on the underlying bacteria involved, can have a strong odor/flavor. If you want to keep your teeth, get it evaluated and treated.

Question 2

my gums are peeling, got burnt by tooth paste, what should i do and how long will it take to heal?

Accepted Answer

See dentist: There is a definite problem with your gums. Stop using any toothpaste. Rinse with warm salt water several times a day; if salt addition burns, then just warm water.  Peeling gums:  this would mean gums are very unhealthy. Could be a vitamin deficiency from poor diet, improper chewing, improper brushing. In any case, get ye to a good general dentist.

Question 3

i kissed a man for the first time & he does chew.  today my front bottom gums (not teeth) were inflamed and painful.  now my tongue feels burnt taste?

Accepted Answer

Possible reaction: If you kissed him for a prolonged period after he chewed you could experience some irritation.  My advice would be to use an antiseptic mouthwash and if the symptoms persist see your dentist.

Question 4

burnt my mouth last night & now have a bump on my inner lip & a white spot on my gums, the second of which turned red after brushing teeth. normal?

Accepted Answer

It is normal: Take NSAID or Tylenol (acetaminophen) OTC, use vitamin E capsule over the burn and prevent future burns.

Question 5

foods that heal gums?

Accepted Answer

None!: The best thing to keep your gums healthy is good oral home care and seeing your dentist regularly for a regular exams and periodontal maintenance therapy. More than 600 different species of microorganism inhabit the human mouth. Gum disease is caused by the bacteria in your mouth organized in dental plaque. Except for water anything in your mouth can be used by dental plaque to thrive.

Question 6

how to get gum sores?

Accepted Answer

Virus infection: We think these sores may be caused by a virus. Ask your dr for a rx like "aphatsol" or a steroid paste to shorten your discomfort.

Question 7

why does my gum bleed ?

Accepted Answer

Gingivitis: Then most common reason is gingivitis. Poor gum health. Brush, floss, use mouthwash regularly.

Question 8

sour food hurts my gums?

Accepted Answer

It: May be due to a condition called ulcerative gingivitis where your gums have little ulcers or sores that are open and when you get sour foods or acidic foods next to these  areas it will sting quite a bit.

Question 9

how do i treat gum sores?

Accepted Answer

Brush, floss, rinse.: Regular brushing, flossing, and use of antibacterial rinses i.e. Listerine will likely help reduce you sore gums (gingivitis). Many people just simply brush briefly which only cleans the outside of teeth/gum, but in between+inside are left untouched..Bacteria grow and causes your gum to be sore and bleed etc..Take care of your teeth--u got first 2 sets free, thereafter it's expensive. Good luck, .

Question 10

how to fix receeding gums?

Accepted Answer

Periodontal Disease: Periodontal disease should be treated by a periodontist. Please call a local periodontist for an appointment.

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When i rub my tounge on my gums and teeth i taste a burnt/rotting taste...am i loosing my teeth?

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My gums are peeling, got burnt by tooth paste, what should i do and how long will it take to heal?

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I kissed a man for the first time & he does chew. today my front bottom gums (not teeth) were inflamed and painful. now my tongue feels burnt taste?

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Burnt my mouth last night & now have a bump on my inner lip & a white spot on my gums, the second of which turned red after brushing teeth. normal?

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