Question 1

what are the common causes for swollen gums?

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Number of causes: Swollen gums can be due to a number of possible causes.  Periodontal disease, acute and chronic infections, some medications, cysts and/or tumors, malpositioned unerupted teeth, and exostosi (benign dense bone growths) are some possible causes for gums to appear swollen.

Question 2

how common is it for somebody to get swollen gums?

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Swollen gums: The most common cause of swollen gums is poor dental hygiene (not brushing enough). In this case the gums also tend to bleed when brushed. Swollen gums is very unusual for a person with good dental hygiene. Other causes include allergies, drug reaction (particularly dilantin), leukemia, and other disease that can cause infiltration of tissues with cells or abnormal proteins.

Question 3

i got a sore throat from my mom being sick and then shortly afterwards, i went to the dentist for the second filling in this month. i then have had swollen gums and a sore tongue, as if i have bitten it multiple times.

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Sore throat: Unfair to both you and the dentist to subject him/her to your throat infection.  Next time consider rescheduling elective procedures until you feel better.  Swollen gums and sore tongue are not due to whatever caused your sore throat, and need to be investigated.  See your Physician or Dentist for evaluation.

Question 4

how do i treat swollen gums?

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Gum massage: Massage gums with sesame seed oil first thing in the morning.

Question 5

what could cause swollen gums?

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Many factors: May be anything from poor oral hygiene to certain medications, e.g. Cephallosporins, anticonvulsants to pregnancy.

Question 6

how can i relieve swollen gums?

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Debride: Most cases, swollen gums are related to debris and inflamation.  You must remove the debris and keep it clean to get the inflamation to go down.  Start with a good cleaning with your hygienist and there are some prescriptions oral rinses that can help reduce the bacterial count to help reduce inflamation.

Question 7

what can i do with my swollen gums?

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Lots of care: I wold begin with getting a good soft tooth brush or electric toothbrush with soft bristles and use it diligently.  Then i would make sure to floss after each meal, diligently, even if it hurts, even if there is bleeding.  I would use a salt water rinse after each brush/floss and use a good mouth wash.  You may need antibiotics, antibiotic mouth rinse and see a dentist soon.  Take vitamin c too!

Question 8

how to deal with swollen gums problem?

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Only one way: There is only one way that works.  
See a dentist to evaluate the cause and treat you accordingly.  There are no magic home remedies.

Question 9

do i need any medication for swollen gums?

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Possibly: But medication alone will not resolve your issues. You'll need to be examined by a dentist to determine the cause of your swelling and the appropriate treatment. Dental problems can rarely be solved with a pill or a lotion.

Question 10

what disease could i have with swollen gums?

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Periodontal disease: Mostly due to inadequate hygiene (floss, brush), localized infection, "pockets", can be seen (uncommonly) with deficiencies of vitamin c, folic acid. Can be seen due to some meds, can be seen (uncommon to rare) with some leukemias, lymphomas; allergic reactions to flavorings (cinnamon among them).  See your dentist first. Can get special mouth washes, checked for other problems.

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