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What does it mean when your back molar gums are swollen?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Alan Zweig answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

Periodontal Disease: It means you have unhealthy gums. See your dentist.

Answered 9/16/2013

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Multiple reasons: Could be due to buildup of bacteria in form of plaqueor calculus, infection due to a problem with the tooth itself or even trauma or external stimulus. See a qualified dentist to evaluate.

Answered 2/1/2018

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