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Small part of my gum is red and it hurt to bush my teeth in that area. when i do try it hurt like stringing.and it only an small area?

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Gum pain Gum pain: You may have something lodged underneath your gums causing the redness and the pain. Popcorn kernels or other hard pieces can get stuck under your gums. This causes a localized infection with the redness, swelling and pain. See a dentist to get this checked out and the debris removed.

Answered 1/5/2019

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Sore red gums: May be as simple as a food impaction area or an area that has been scratched or burned. May be more complex as in advancing gum disease, or as serious a a systemic disorder. You must be examined and possibly imaged to arrive at a diagnosis as to the cause of your distress. Once diagnosed, appropriate treatment can be instituted. See your Dentist.

Answered 10/21/2018

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