Question 1

how can i reduce gum swelling?

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Brush and floss: The most important thing you can do is brush and floss your teeth.  You should brush after every meal and floss at least once a day.  You can also rinse with warm salt water to help kill bacteria and that will also help with the swelling.

Question 2

how do u stop gums pain/swelling?

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You need help: Gum pain and swelling is a serious symptom, particularly if bleeding is present.  Bacteria have created infection that leads to open wounds that if you had them on your hand, you would be very concerned.  In the mouth they are hidden from view.  You just feel pain and see bleeding.  You are at risk for transient bacteremias damaging blood vessel lining in your whole body.  See a dentist/hygienist.

Question 3

how to make my gum swelling go away quickly?

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Depends: Gum swelling must have an underlying cause to it. Looking for it and treating it will help resolve the swelling. If it's infection, an antibiotic may be needed. If it's associated with a procedure you may have had, you may need to call your dentist for advice. You can take an antiinflammatory medication, such as Ibuprofen or Naproxen (directions on the bottle) to begin with.

Question 4

what could cause painful swelling in back of gums?

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Inflammation ?: Infection? Those conditions can certainly cause swelling and pain. To determine exactly why your gum is swollen, you'll need to see a local dentist who can examine you. Together with a radiograph, they'll be able to make the proper diagnosis and treat you.

Question 5

abscess gum, should i wait till swelling goes down?

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Abscess gum: Try warm salt water (1 tsp salt w 8oz cup warm water (not if you have high blood pressure) than see a dentist asap, it could be periodontal disease, root canal etc...

Question 6

what to do if i have painful swelling in back of gums?

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See a dentist ASAP: A tooth abscess or gum abscess won't go away without treatment. A dental abscess is a collection of pus that forms in your teeth or gums as a result of a bacterial infection. Take Tylenol (acetaminophen) or NSAIDs OTC for pain control. Dentist will treat a tooth abscess by draining it and getting rid of the infection. See a dentist ASAP.

Question 7

what can i take to make the pain and swelling in my gums to go away?

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Need dentist: You need to see a dentist for treatment.  But here are a few things to help until you get there.  Brush and floss.  Rinse with listerine.  Take ibuprophen if this is a safe medication for you.

Question 8

i have painful swelling in back of gums. anything i can take for this?

Accepted Answer

A visit to the denti: See  a dentist to find out the cause and proper treatment.

Question 9

i have inflated gums. is there anything i can do to quickly get the swelling down?

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Gum swelling: Try gargling with 3% hydrogen peroxide and warm water .Avoid alcohol and hot and spicy food for now also easy on smoking if you are a smoker.And i recommend seeing a periodontist asap.Neglecting simple gum problem could lead to serious periodontal disease.

Question 10

what can cause severe pain and swelling in back gums?

Accepted Answer

An infection: The infection can be due to rotten teeth or periodontal disease, but these are only guesses since you have not been examined. Please see a local dentist for a proper diagnosis and treatment.

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