“How do I know if I have an infection in my gums or teeth?”
I am having soreness in my gums. I don’t know if it could be an infection in my teeth or gums. Is there any way to find out?
10 Answers
DentistGumpain
Gum diseases affects 99 per cent of the population and if you consume sugar in food or drink you almost certainly will have decayed teeth. See a dentist for a checkup
The only way is to see your dentist and have a complete exam.
If the gums are inflamed, there is a bleeding upon brushing.
Soreness alone is not a sign of infection. You may have an issue due to a local irritation (hard brushing, sharp food). Warm, lightly salted water rinses (1/2 tsp salt in 12 oz water) every couple of hours may help with the irritation. If this doesn't resolve in a couple of days, you should see a dentist for a proper diagnosis and treatment.
Henry Buhl
Dentist
Your teeth will be x-rayed to determine the cause of any infection, and your gums will be clinically examined by the dentist to indicate what method of action should be instituted for your better dental health and a Pinker consistency of your gum tissue which is healthier than red and swollen gums that are hemorrhaging and sensitive
Infections in teeth or gums usually hurt; however sometimes tooth infections are painless. If you have an infection, you need to resolve it immediately because it could become life threatening. Have your teeth checked by a dentist including full mouth x-rays.
Soreness in your gums is nothing to ignore. Many things can cause your gums to be sore, like not flossing or brushing effectively. Gum disease is dentistry’s “silent killer,” as real gum pain doesn’t usually occur until the later stages. Go see your dentist and get checked out before it’s too late.
You should see a dentist as soon as possible. By examining the teeth and gums visually as well as radiographically, they can best make an accurate diagnosis and prescribe the proper treatment.
Hi,
This link will explain your concern:
https://www.webmd.com/oral-health/causes-gum-pain#1
Hope this will help,
Dr. Sioco
This link will explain your concern:
https://www.webmd.com/oral-health/causes-gum-pain#1
Hope this will help,
Dr. Sioco
Hello,
There is not one simple answer for this question. Sometimes even experts can misdiagnose this. Tooth infection may show the following symptoms: spontaneous pain, severe lingering pain, severe pain to hot and cold, swelling of your face, warmth to touch, and more. On the other hand, I have seen infected teeth with none of these symptoms. Gum infection is normally due to lack of dental care, especially brushing, flossing, and professional cleaning. There may be bleeding and the pain is general area and not as severe as tooth infection. To properly diagnose either problem I recommend you to see a dentist, either problems won’t go away without proper care and can have Severe consequences.I hope this help to answer your question.
Dr. Kianfar
There is not one simple answer for this question. Sometimes even experts can misdiagnose this. Tooth infection may show the following symptoms: spontaneous pain, severe lingering pain, severe pain to hot and cold, swelling of your face, warmth to touch, and more. On the other hand, I have seen infected teeth with none of these symptoms. Gum infection is normally due to lack of dental care, especially brushing, flossing, and professional cleaning. There may be bleeding and the pain is general area and not as severe as tooth infection. To properly diagnose either problem I recommend you to see a dentist, either problems won’t go away without proper care and can have Severe consequences.I hope this help to answer your question.
Dr. Kianfar
