Question 1

what are the causes of your gum to swell occasionally?

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Inflammation: Gingivitis? Periodontitis? Can't tell over the internet. You should be examined by a local dentist for pocketing or an abscess.

Question 2

what could cause your gum to bleed?

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Gum Disease: You could have gingivitis or gum disease with bone loss. On very rare occasions, a systemic disease or hormonal changes. Of course, poor oral hygiene and lack of professional cleanings can also cause this condition.

Question 3

what causes your gums to turn white?

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Needs to be seen: It's impossible to tell you what you have without actually seeing you.  Three things that come to mind are lichen planus,  oral candidiasis and leukoplakia.  See your dentist who can tell you exactly what you have and what treatment is needed, if any.

Question 4

what causes small wounds on the gums?

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Wounds?: Could be infection, trauma, burn, or hundreds of other causes.  Your description is much too vague to form the basis of a diagnosis.  You have to be seen by a professional, not by a computer program.  Please call a general Dentist, an Oral Surgeon, or (best) a gum specialist, a Periodontist, ASAP.

Question 5

what would cause periodic gum numbness?

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It could: Be caused by a neuropathy or an inflamed condition of the nerve that feeds that area of the lip or gums.

Question 6

does aggressive flossing cause gum loss?

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Yes: Aggressive brushing and flossing can damage the thin gum tissue causing it to break down. The improper mechanical use of the toothbrush is a key cause for gum recession.
 Increased pressure on the toothbrush or dental floss will only harm gingival tissue without increasing the cleaning action of brushing or flossing.

Question 7

my gum is inflamed, what causes this to happen?

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Plaque: Plaque is the mean reason for gum inflammation. Lack of proper and adequate oral hygiene is what allows plaque build up.
Some less likely factors for gingival inflammation are medications, viral infections, hormonal changes, or some rare gingival conditions or autoimmune diseases.

Question 8

which condition causes your gums to be inflamed?

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Periodontitis: If you have inflamed gums, make an appointment with a local dentist for a proper diagnosis and a treatment plan.

Question 9

what causes gum pain in someone with no disease?

Accepted Answer

See below: I would suggest you see a dentist or periodontist for an evaluation to give you an accurate diagnosis for your gum pain.

Question 10

my gums have receeded what is the possible cause?

Accepted Answer

Smoking: Tobacco smoking is one of the most common reasons for this to occur.  Check with your dentist for an exam.

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