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What to do if i have swollen gums and it has a wound in it, what should i do?
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See a dentist: Swollen gums indicate you have a periodontal infection. This needs to be treated by a dentist or periodontist. They can removed all of the debris, calculus and toxins that are causing this problem.
Answered 6/22/2013
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See a periodontist: Swollen gums can be caused by many things go see a periodontist who specializes in this problem.
Answered 1/5/2015
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