What is the definition or description of: swollen gums?

Infection: Swollen gums are caused by food being trapped and the bacteria creating an infection. Think of it like getting a splinter, the body is responding to the irritation by swelling up and trying to get rid of the irritation, but it can't. Same thing with swollen gums. The body can not control the infection because its being overwhelmed by the bacteria. It needs professional attention, see your dentist.

Puffy gums: Swollen gums are gums that are enlarged due to inflamation. They usually are a darker red color as opposed to a coral pink color. They typically bleed easily and are an indication of an underlying infection or recent trauma.

Infected gums: When teeth are not flossed and brushed as they should be the gums get infected. This makes for red, puffy swollen gums that can bleed easily. Instead of being pointed between the teeth, the gums are round and flabby.

Gum disease: Swollen gums can be caused just by the bodies reaction to the bacteria inside the tissue or because of an outside irritant (like food). Unfortuntely the byproducts of the welling, inflammation can cause issues with the rest of your body. See you dentist asap.

Could be gingivitis.: Swelling in the gums is often the symptom of gingivitis or possilby more advanced periodontal disease. Left untreated, it can lead to tooth loss as well as many systemic problems- increased risk of stroke, heart attack, colon cancer, alzheimer's and others.