Question 1

what is the cause of red, swollen gums around the teeth?

Accepted Answer

Gum disease: Swollen gums often indicate gingivitis.  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 2

i have red gums, grinding teeth and gum pain. the tooth itself is throbbing as well and pain is unbearable what can i do before my dr visit?

Accepted Answer

Bruxism?: Have a look at this website from mayo clinic see if it applies to your situation:
http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/bruxism/basics/definition/con-20029395

Recommend you continue with your doctor visit as planned or consult a dentist licensed in your area for advice and diagnosis specific to your situation.

Question 3

needing expert help. i have swollen red gums with tiny white spots below my teeth. is it oral cancer?

Accepted Answer

Ask your dentist: I doubt that it is cancer. Cancer is a growth which can be seen or felt as a lump of flesh which is new and not supposed to be present normally in an organ like gums.You should get a medical check up to remove any doubts.

Question 4

why do i have red gums in front teeth and lower ones only even though i clean, floss, do scaling, and i don't even brush my gums harshly. can bruxism cause red gums in front teeth and lower ones ? please let know and what i should do?

Accepted Answer

: See your local dentist for a professional cleaning. You may have built up calculus that you cannot remove by just brushing and flossing.

Question 5

i am experiencing  gum pain. the following also describe me: bad taste in mouth, sensitive gums, toothache, red gums, and sensitive teeth. what should?

Accepted Answer

Pain and swelling: Signs of inflammation, probably due to infection.  Please see y9our Dentist as soon as possible for an evaluation.  Referral to a gum specialist, a Periodontist, may be in order depending on the severity of the infection.

Question 6

what to do if i have red gums under just one tooth?

Accepted Answer

See your dentist: May be inflammation of the tissue due to a piece of food getting stuck beneath the gum margin, could be a problem with that particular tooth (deep decay) resulting in a root abscess. It is best to see your dentist to determine the exact cause and to determine a treatment plan.

Question 7

what do i do? i have this weird taste in mouth and red gums?

Accepted Answer

Bleeding gum?: Gum bleeding will result in a weird taste in mouth.  Red gum, especially generalized occurences all over your mouth may signal a more severe gingivitis/periodontitis that is needed to be diagnosed and treated.  Schedule with your dentist.

Question 8

what is the definition or description of: red gums?

Accepted Answer

Red gums: Gums should be a light pink color. When they turn a red or purplish color it because they are infected. This is usually due to a lack of proper flossing and/or brushing. They are usually puffy or swollen and bleed easily.

Question 9

i am experiencing  gum swelling and bleeding gums. the following also describes me: red gums. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Red gums: Generally indicates some form of periodontal (gum) disease- from mild gingivitis to more serious periodontitis. Could be other medical or dental causes as well. See your own dentist for an evaluation or consult with a Periodontist.

Question 10

is there a correlation between red gums & autoimmune diseases?

Accepted Answer

Not directly: Red gums typically involves some level of active infection process that certainly activated the immune system in that  individual to a greater level. That condition may exasperate an underlying autoimmune disorder adversely. It certainly does not directly cause the autoimmune disorder condition directly but it certainly does aggravate it.

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I have red gums, grinding teeth and gum pain. the tooth itself is throbbing as well and pain is unbearable what can i do before my dr visit?

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Needing expert help. i have swollen red gums with tiny white spots below my teeth. is it oral cancer?

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Why do i have red gums in front teeth and lower ones only even though i clean, floss, do scaling, and i don't even brush my gums harshly. can bruxism cause red gums in front teeth and lower ones ? please let know and what i should do?

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I am experiencing gum pain. the following also describe me: bad taste in mouth, sensitive gums, toothache, red gums, and sensitive teeth. what should?

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What to do if i have red gums under just one tooth?

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What do i do? i have this weird taste in mouth and red gums?

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What is the definition or description of: red gums?

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I am experiencing gum swelling and bleeding gums. the following also describes me: red gums. what should i do?

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Is there a correlation between red gums & autoimmune diseases?

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