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How do i treat swollen gums?

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Dr. Indu Lal answered

Gum massage: Massage gums with sesame seed oil first thing in the morning.

Answered 4/24/2014

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See your dentist: Swollen gums are usually caused by build up of plaque and tarter. There are other issues that can cause swelling, such as an abscessed tooth and certain medical conditions, the best course of action is to see your dentist for a proper diagnosis, if you do have gum disease, they will recommend the proper treatment, as well as tell you how what you need to do at home.

Answered 4/24/2014

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Dr. Christopher Dowd answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Dental care: With good, regular dental care, you're gums should become healthy. Floss daily, brush after meals, consider a water pik, and see your dentist regularly. If you follow this and still have problems, talk with your dentist about other considerations.

Answered 8/4/2015

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See your dentist: Swollen gums can be caused by a number of things including irritants to the gums such as plaque and calculus, food, etc. There are also some medications that can cause the gums to swell. You should see your dentist to determine the cause and and have the appropriate therapy initiated.

Answered 7/8/2015

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