“What leads to swollen gums?”
My gums are swollen in the morning only. What leads to swollen gums?
3 Answers
There are several factors that can lead to swollen gums. The most common cause of swollen gums is the lack of good and adequate cleansing of the teeth. Some medications have the side effect of causing one's gums to be swell. Are your gums swollen in one area or all over the mouth? If it is a particular area that swells, a tooth may be infected. My advice, see a dentist for a diagnosis and treatment.
Bacteria cause the swelling normally. If you leave plaque & biofilm on your teeth, in places your brush cannot reach, then you can get "gingivitis" or inflammation of the gums. Hormonal changes, like pregnancy can make it worse. Having a good cleaning by your dental hygienist or periodontist can remove the calculus, plaque, and biofilm on your teeth, but be sure to have them show you how to clean the places you are now missing when you clean your teeth.
Gum swelling can be from a number of reasons including, but not limited to: 1) inflammation 2) infection 3) poor oral hygiene 4) hormones (fluctuation with monthly cycle and/or pregnancy) 5) adverse effects of medications. You may have a specific or unique reason. Please contact your dentist for examination to determine.
Good luck.
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