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My gums are a purplush color and if i press on them below teeth bleeding occurs there is little pain i also have purplish spots on inside of my cheeks?

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Dr. Abraham Jaskiel answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Swollen gums: There are several reasons for swollen gums. ie; bacteria under gums, mouth breather, medications, pregnancy gingivitis, clenching teeth etc.. xrays and an exam can help us determine the problem. It can also be viral, see you're dentist or physician soon.

Answered 5/11/2015

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Dr. Nayana Trivedi answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Go to ER: Do you have Bleeding Tendency? Is this new Problem? Do you take ASA? Have you had recent Blood work?

Answered 7/27/2014

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Dr. Bruce Pope answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Edema: Gums that have subgingival tartar and/or are not getting enough stimulation - such as a tooth brush massage the gum- regularly. Will have the gums swell and bleed easily. the color is from the increase in non oxygenated blood. See you dentist. Often is resolved with a thorough cleaning

Answered 2/26/2017

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Periodontist: Sometimes there is good reason to see a specialist rather than a generalist. Your scenario indicates evaluation by a gum/bone specialist is in order. Do you have bleeding elsewhere? Do you bruise easily? How long has it been since your last professional cleaning? What are your pocket depths? Are gums swollen? See a Periodontist.

Answered 11/22/2016

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