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A member asked:
If i put water and salt in a cup and put it in my mouth will that help my swollen gum?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Won't hurt: But probably won't help much. You need do see a Dentist, or preferably a gum/bone specialist to diagnose the cause of the swelling (most likely, but not only cause, is infection). Once cause has been diagnosed the correct treatment can be applied. You need help. See a professional.
Answered 10/15/2017
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Not particularly: Why is the gum swollen? Abscess? Inflammation? Erupting tooth? Why not see a dentist to find out.
Answered 6/21/2016
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