Question 1

i have swollen, purple and receding gums. i can see the bone through my gums and there is occasional bleeding. there is no pain. i can't see a dentist until a month later.what should i do?

Accepted Answer

No hurry: You have chronic gum disease. Didn't happen over night. Won't go away over night.

Question 2

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 3

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 4

are swollen gums caused by stress?

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Possibly: Stress alone is not usually enough. Poor dental hygiene or an infection should be ruled out.

Question 5

can tea bags help with swollen gums?

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No, not likely: I have heard of using tea bags to help stop bleeding after an extraction. The tannic acids along with pressure from biting on the bag helps to control minor bleeding.  Tea is not helpful in reducing gum inflammation . You need to see a dentist and find the cause of your inflammation . Only with a correct diagnosis can your problem be resolved.

Question 6

is it normal for swollen gums to bleed?

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Yes, but: Yes, swollen gums often bleed more easily.  However, with good, regular dental care, you're gums should become healthy and stop bleeding so easily and stop being swollen. Floss daily, brush after meals, consider a water pik, and see your dentist regularly. If you follow this and still have problems, talk with your dentist about other considerations.

Question 7

what could cause a cough and swollen gums?

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Allergy?: to may be meds of foods can cause dry cough and swollen gums , if persists see a doctor .

Question 8

how can inflammed and swollen gums be treated?

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It depends: On the cause.  Most of the time, this is due to plaque and calculus and is treated by a professional cleaning and good oral hygiene.  However, some serious systemic diseases can cause swollen gums, so it is best to visit a dentist for an evaluation.

Question 9

how long should i have swollen gums after deep cleaning?

Accepted Answer

Not long: If you're following good dental hygine routine, bleeding should reduce then stop over a few wks or less. Do you floss?  Often times when we don't floss regularly or brush thoroughly some tissues don't get in contact with either floss or toothbrush, & become inflamed/irritated and gum disease can develop.  A water pik might help too.  Be sure to see your dentist regularly, esp if it doesn't clear.

Question 10

how to cure swollen gums and bleeding with home remedies?

Accepted Answer

No home remedies: Periodontal problems need to be treated by a dentist or periodontist. Hard calculus and deep pocketing need to be treated to allow your gums to heal. There are no diy treatments for this problem. Once treated, then you can maintain your newfound good health with the many products that are made to keep your teeth and gums healthy.

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I have swollen, purple and receding gums. i can see the bone through my gums and there is occasional bleeding. there is no pain. i can't see a dentist until a month later.what should i do?

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What could cause swollen gums?

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What are the common causes for swollen gums?

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Can tea bags help with swollen gums?

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