“Since yesterday I can feel my gums being slightly inflamed. What could be the reason?”
Yesterday morning when I was brushing my teeth, I noticed that my gums were turning red. What could be the reason for the same. Currently I don’t have any pain but there is slight numbness and inflammation in my gums.
10 Answers
There are several factors that can contribute to gingival inflammation, among them can be allergies to a toothpaste or mouth rinse other factors -in the case of a female- can be the use of hormones like birth control pills or pregnancy. However the most common cause is bacteria that accumulates at the gingival margin and irritates the gums. Try to brush twice per day with a soft bristle toothbrusk and use dental floss and/dental picks to complete the process. If the swelling doesnt disappear consult your dentist for a comprehensive exam Isabel C. Gay, DDS, MS Clinical Associate Professor ABP Diplomate ACD Fellow SIU School of Dental Medicine 2800 College Ave., Alton, IL 62002 618-474-7397
It could be a slight injury with abrasive foods, gum inflammation, or could be something deeper in the bone? It's hard to tell without an exam. Call your general dentist or make an appointment for an exam at our office to know for sure.
Redness of gums could be caused By gingivitis or periodontitis. However neither of these cause numbness. There may be something more serious effect in your gums and I’d recommend you see a dentist or periodontist for a detailed evaluation.
You need to see your dentist and or periodontist.
If you are female, it could be hormonal or even pregnancy. It could be plaque, or an allergy. See your dentist for a diagnosis.
May range from a virus to developing gingivitis from poor oral hygiene
Possible infection or inflammation. You should see a dentist to correctly diagnose your problem.
Miriam Ting
Periodontist
Red and inflamed gums could be just gingivitis, or it could be a symptom of an underlying more serious condition like periodontitis (gum disease).
This could be any number of problems from something as common as gingivitis, to possible periodontitis, to a range of other conditions and problems. If you have had recent popcorn or similar that can get stuck, you may have developed an abscess. You should see a dentist if it persists, and they may recommend a Periodontist such as myself. Hope that helps. Dr. Aeschliman.
Neal C. Raval
Periodontist
You must have bacteria subgingival (under your gums) that can only be removed with a ultra-sonic instrument. These bacteria cause inflammation and bone loss around your teeth which unfortunately will cause the teeth to fall out of left untreated. The disease is called Periodontitis and can appear in a chronic form or aggressive form. I highly recommend you have it looked at by a periodontist. Feel free to call our office at 425-453-1010 to have an appointment made. I hope you find get the disease taken care soon by us or someone else.
Best wishes,
Neal C. Raval, DDS, MSD
Best wishes,
Neal C. Raval, DDS, MSD
