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My gingivitis isn't getting any better after using the mouth rinse. now, gum is swollen around 3 teeth, very tender, and throbbing?

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Mouth rinse?: Was this prescribed or an otc. Please, see a dentist and ask if referral to a periodontist is in order. That's where i would want to be, in a specialist's practice.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Joel Doyon answered

Specializes in Dentistry - Cosmetic

Brush and floss: Your gingivitis wont get better solely by using an oral rinse. You need to actively brush and floss the areas several times a day to reduce the bacteria that is causing the gingivitis. The gums will be tender when you brush and floss and there may be increased bleeding, but in the next few days, the inflammation will go away and the gums will be tougher and less painful and irritated.

Answered 2/20/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Gums-tooth abscess: This infection will not resolve on its own with home care. The most common type of dental abscess is a tooth, and the second most common is a gum or combination of both tooth-gum abscess. In order to get appropriate treatment it is important to know the underlying cause for this infection. Rec.: see your dentist for evaluation, x-rays and treatment.

Answered 5/14/2014

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Periodontitis: It appears you now have an infection in the area. You need to see a dentist as soon as possible

Answered 2/20/2015

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See a peridontist: as you most likely have a gum infection that needs prompt attention.

Answered 8/25/2018

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Dr. Mark Birnbach answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry

Gum disease: A mouth rinse does not remove the hardened bacteria on the roots of your teeth- the likely cause of the infection in the gum and bone that you are currently experiencing. Please see a dentist as soon as possible to determine the treatment necessary to resolve this problem.

Answered 2/20/2015

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