Question 1

red mildy swollen and tender  gum around  1st molar.  urgent matter for a dentist or home treatment?

Accepted Answer

Inflammation: Probably better to seek professional help.  It's always better to catch things early.

Question 2

very sore upper right gum and bleeding when brushed and now also affecting other gums. normally very good brushing. gum disease? if so, treatment?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: Periodontal disease needs to be diagnosed with an examination and radiographs, which cannot be accomplished over the internet. If it has been more than six months since your last dental exam and professional cleaning, it's time to make an appointment. Brushing and flossing diligently is not a substitute for professional care. Make the call...

Question 3

canker sore caused  by intubation equipment causing trauma under tounge on back right gum near back tooth.   normal?  treatment?  it's been over 2 wks

Accepted Answer

Shortly: rinse, gargle, time will usually resolve in 2-3 weeks unless ongoing trauma

Question 4

my 7 year daughter has had intermittent fever (up to 102for 5 days  now along with a little sore throat and red swollen gums- she is getting a mohler tooth at ths time also. any suggestions for treatment?

Accepted Answer

Probably viral: If she also has a stuffy nose, this is likely viral.  If she only has a sore throat, i would recommend having your doctor take a look and swab her throat for a quick strep test.  Make sure she's drinking fluids, and use tylenol (acetaminophen) or Ibuprofen as recommended on the bottle for her weight.

Question 5

i have a thin cut in my mouth, about 1/2" long. my cheek is swollen and the gum and jaws are sore. 3 days! home/holistic/homeopathic remedies???

Accepted Answer

From the description: am really concerned that your laceration has become infected. Although I am a believer in holistic medicine - I really encourage you to see a dentist or physician ASAP (before this worsens).

Question 6

is itchy, sore throat (w/ coughs) normally accompanied by warm sensation around neck?had sore throats bfore w/o warm sensation.home remedies/treatment?

Accepted Answer

Itchy sore throat: Your complaint may be due to a post nasal drip, allergies or sinus problems. However, it is always best to get a throat culture to rule out a strep throat. Home remedies may be salt water rinses. Or saline nose drops depending on cause.

Question 7

hi,
i usually have a sore throat after every 2-3 months and take an anti biotic known as kalricid for treatment. this is now concerning me as i am experiencing a lot of pain especially after waking up.
please suggest some home remedies to cure this?

Accepted Answer

Sore throat : The reason it may be returning it is that the bacteria is resistant to Kalricid. You should see a doctor for proper care, you may be risking the spread of infection to the heart  and /or kidney

Question 8

what can i do at home for red and sore gum? salt mouth wash, garlic ect?

Accepted Answer

You can try...: ... A salt water rinse. Than will help, but just a tiny bit. You need to determine the cause of the redness and soreness, basically the inflammation. Usually that is caused by bacteria which are stuck to your teeth in the form of hardened calculus. You will need to see a dentist to have the calculus removed so that your gums may heal. 

Feel better soon.

Question 9

i think my gums are receding one of my teeth is protruding and my left gum is really sore i am so worried my tooth will come out what should i do at home to stop this i am going to dentist but anything i can do at home?

Accepted Answer

Tooth: I have been seeing patient for 30 years and I have not seen  a tooth fall out from an infection. Try NSAID orally, topical Benddryl and or benzocaine.

Question 10

swollen gums then a canker sore on top of it appeared after i irritated gums by eating chips. any remedies? lymph node swollen as well.

Accepted Answer

Dental sore: This could be from the chips, either trauma from eating them or high salt content. If you problem worsens or does not improve over the next few weeks, I would recommend you see a dentist or oral surgeon for further evaluation

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Red mildy swollen and tender gum around 1st molar. urgent matter for a dentist or home treatment?

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Very sore upper right gum and bleeding when brushed and now also affecting other gums. normally very good brushing. gum disease? if so, treatment?

A member asked:

Canker sore caused by intubation equipment causing trauma under tounge on back right gum near back tooth. normal? treatment? it's been over 2 wks

A member asked:

My 7 year daughter has had intermittent fever (up to 102for 5 days now along with a little sore throat and red swollen gums- she is getting a mohler tooth at ths time also. any suggestions for treatment?

A member asked:

I have a thin cut in my mouth, about 1/2" long. my cheek is swollen and the gum and jaws are sore. 3 days! home/holistic/homeopathic remedies???

A member asked:

Is itchy, sore throat (w/ coughs) normally accompanied by warm sensation around neck?had sore throats bfore w/o warm sensation.home remedies/treatment?

A member asked:

Hi, i usually have a sore throat after every 2-3 months and take an anti biotic known as kalricid for treatment. this is now concerning me as i am experiencing a lot of pain especially after waking up. please suggest some home remedies to cure this?

A member asked:

What can i do at home for red and sore gum? salt mouth wash, garlic ect?

A member asked:

I think my gums are receding one of my teeth is protruding and my left gum is really sore i am so worried my tooth will come out what should i do at home to stop this i am going to dentist but anything i can do at home?

A member asked:

Swollen gums then a canker sore on top of it appeared after i irritated gums by eating chips. any remedies? lymph node swollen as well.

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