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What are some treatments to swollen gums?
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Gum Disease: Try using an antiseptic mouthwash every day, but if you have swollen gums you probably have gum disease. You should visit a dentist to diagnose this properly. You may require a deep cleaning, called scaling and root planing, by your dentist to treat the problem.
Answered 1/10/2013
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Scaling & hygiene : Scaling and root planing are non surgical therapies for swollen gums ( gingivitis). Also nutritional counseling, oral hygiene instructions, and laser therapies are very common adjunct treatments. Professional dental treatment & examination is imperative, as this symptom can lead to permanent tooth loss.
Answered 12/4/2012
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