Question 1

i spit a little bright red blood when i force myself to spit out of my throat from about 2 days no pain no flue no cough not from gencives what is it ?

Accepted Answer

Usually, it is: from a small vessel broken in the back of your throat.  No need to worry unless it continues.

Question 2

foods that heal gums?

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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 3

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 4

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.

Question 5

can receeded gums grow back?

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No: Recession can be changed with a graft by a periodontist.

Question 6

what to do about inflated gums?

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See a local dentist: Have an examination, determine the extent of your problem (gingivitis vs periodontitis), have the proper care completed, and maintain your new smile at home. Only then will you know your mouth is in good health.

Question 7

why are some people gums brown?

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Pigment content : Skin and mucosy membraines like gums color depend on number of pigment cells containing melanin. Large amount of melanin makes skin and mucosy membranes darker.

Question 8

what do healthy gums look like?

Accepted Answer

Pink and stippled: The simple answer is coral pink in color and stippled with texture, indicating no inflammation or fluid retention.  Healthy gums are extremely important to systemic blood vessel lining health.  The bacteria can induce healthy gums to change quickly if left in place for more than a day and supplied with food.  The saliva and your immune system will fail to keep them in check.  Open  wounds result.

Question 9

can gums/receded gums grow back?

Accepted Answer

Most Likely, yes: While it’s possible to reverse receding gums, severe cases must be seen and treated by a periodontist for better results. Take care!

Question 10

why do my gums hurt on one side?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: Youmcan have localized or generalized issues in your mouth. There could be inflammation due to build up or pocketing in that area. Youmcoldmhave an infection from a tooth or trauma from a external stimulus. See a qualified dentist for evaluation.

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