A 30-year-old member asked:

How do you make gum swelling go down after a dentist visit?

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Dr. Jamielynn Hanam-jahranswered

Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry

Rinse and brush: Warm salt water rinses 3-4 times a day and gentle massaging with toothbrush twice a day.

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A Verified Doctoranswered

Dentistry 16 years experience

Follow the advice: Follow the advice given by the dentist. If the discomfort if after cleaning, warm salt water rinses can help.

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