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Gum sore/slightly swollen from being poked by sharp piece of a chip. using salt-water rinses & brushing gently. what else can i do? how long to heal?

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Short healing time: Keep mouth scrupulously clean (floss daily, brush 2x/day for 2 fulminates by the clock. Dab Orajel or Orabase-B onto sore spot with q-tip. Take Ibuprofen as per package directions. If still a problem in a week, see your Dentist.

Answered 1/22/2018

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