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I had a gingivectomy yesterday and my gums are still sore, what can i do to relieve the soreness?
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Follow instructions: I am sure your periodontist or general dentist gave you post operative instructions. However, a gingivectomy is a surgical procedure and it is not unusual for the tissue to be sore for a few days post surgery. Fortunately the tissues in the mouth heal very quickly and the soreness should subside soon. However, try to refrain from alcohol, eating hard and spicy foods. Take Ibuprofen or tylenol (acetaminophen).
Answered 7/17/2017
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Ibuprofen and rinse: If your dentist gave you post-op instruction and medication, you should follow. If not, you should ask for it. Normally, Ibuprofen will help minimizing the swelling and pain after gum surgery. Rinsing with warm salt water also helps.
Answered 6/25/2014
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