Question 1

have sore area on gums where it was poked by a sharp piece of tortilla chip today. best way to treat/heal? how long to heal?

Accepted Answer

See below: Warm salt water rinses may be helpful. Time is the best healer.

Question 2

40, male. light smoker (1 cig/day) small 3-4mm sore on upper, inner left gum/palate. initially result of cut while eating potato chips, but slow to heal. more than two weeks now. round shape, rolled, white edges. need advice. how worried should i be?

Accepted Answer

: Any lesion that doesn't heal on its own within two weeks should be evaluated. It may be nothing to worry about but until it is examined and possibly biopsied if deemed suspicious we won't know. Please see an oral surgeon for an evaluation.

Question 3

i have a sore on my tongue that came from a bite while chewing gum. it refuses to heal. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Could : Could be a canker sore or a cold sore. You should see a dentist or oral surgeon.

Question 4

developed a canker sore inside my lower gums, is it unusual for it to still be here for over three weeks? what can help heal?

Accepted Answer

See a dentist: Most soars normally heal with in seven to ten days. If your soar is still there after 3 weeks than you need to look in to it as soon as possible. Please see a Dentist or an ENT for proper examination and treatment.

Question 5

gum sore/slightly swollen from being poked by sharp piece of a chip. using salt-water rinses & brushing gently. what else can i do? how long to heal?

Accepted Answer

Short healing time: Keep mouth scrupulously clean (floss daily, brush 2x/day for 2 fulminates by the clock.  Dab Orajel or Orabase-B onto sore spot with q-tip. Take Ibuprofen as per package directions.   If still a problem in a week, see your Dentist.

Question 6

dentist cut the gum above my back tooth while finishing off a filling with sanding and flossing. will it heal naturally.v.sore,delicate next day?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it will heal: This often happens when trying to contour a filling that extends at or below the gum line. It should heal without issue.

Question 7

i had blood clot removed from my gum/ lip area  july 1 st. when i wear my denture it is still sore. how long will this take to heal completely?

Accepted Answer

In time: If the base of the denture or the edge is rubbing the surgery site then it will take longer for the area to heal.  If it takes more than another week or so you might want to have the surgeon check this out.  Although not likely, non-healing wound may be something more serious, and will need additional attention.

Question 8

my gums seems to stay sore and swolen?

Accepted Answer

Gingivitis: Persistent inflammation of your gingiva can be caused by many factors, including poor oral hygiene, malpositioned teeth, calculus deposits, dental caries, and even systemic issues. Start by seeing your dentist for a thorough exam and professional cleaning.

Question 9

why are my gums so sore and discolored?

Accepted Answer

Infection: It is not easy to say exactly without examining your gums and measuring the pockets around your teeth. It sounds that you may be suffering from a severe case of  periodontal disease ( gum &amp; bone )due to heavy deposits under the gums or you may be having some kind of a different infection. This can not be diagnosed or treated over the Internet. You must see a dentist of a gum specialist.

Question 10

will bonjela help my sore gum or nerve?

Accepted Answer

Bonjela: Is a topical anesthetic for relief of pain from canker sores or denture sores. It is not a cure nor is it meant to help tooth nerves. Sore gum yes, sore tooth no. Please see your dentist as bonjela if the sore gum does not go away in 7 days.

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Have sore area on gums where it was poked by a sharp piece of tortilla chip today. best way to treat/heal? how long to heal?

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40, male. light smoker (1 cig/day) small 3-4mm sore on upper, inner left gum/palate. initially result of cut while eating potato chips, but slow to heal. more than two weeks now. round shape, rolled, white edges. need advice. how worried should i be?

A member asked:

I have a sore on my tongue that came from a bite while chewing gum. it refuses to heal. what should i do?

A member asked:

Developed a canker sore inside my lower gums, is it unusual for it to still be here for over three weeks? what can help heal?

A member asked:

Gum sore/slightly swollen from being poked by sharp piece of a chip. using salt-water rinses & brushing gently. what else can i do? how long to heal?

A member asked:

Dentist cut the gum above my back tooth while finishing off a filling with sanding and flossing. will it heal naturally.v.sore,delicate next day?

A member asked:

I had blood clot removed from my gum/ lip area july 1 st. when i wear my denture it is still sore. how long will this take to heal completely?

A member asked:

My gums seems to stay sore and swolen?

A member asked:

Why are my gums so sore and discolored?

A member asked:

Will bonjela help my sore gum or nerve?

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