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A 22-year-old male asked:

I wouldn't say my gum is swollen, but there's suddenly tartar built up around my teeth and bleeds when i brush, hurt when eating.sore throat as well.

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Dr. Mohammad Al-Asadi
Dr. Mohammad Al-Asadianswered
Dentistry 24 years experience
See your dentist: It could be anug, you should see your dentist/ hygienist as soon as possible.
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Dr. Robert Trager
Dr. Robert Trageranswered
Dentistry 56 years experience
Poor hygiene: As a young person you have poor oral hygiene -that's why your gums bleed and tartar is present.See a dentist for a check up and have your teeth cleaned and learn good oral hygiene instructions.If not you will develop periodontal disease.
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