“Should I go to the doctor if my gums are swollen?”
I'm a 28-year-old female. I think I have an infection in my gums because they appear to be red and swollen. Should I go to the doctor if my gums are swollen?
9 Answers
DentistSwollengums
Absolutely.
Yes.
Yes, you could have a periodontal infection that could cause tooth loss.
Yes, please see your dentist if you have swollen gums. The infection could be localized or generalized and needs to be diagnosed and treated with proper X-rays and gum measurements and diagnostic tests.
Hope that helps.
Hope that helps.
Red swollen gums are definitely not a good thing. You should go and see a dentist and be evaluated.
Yes of course
Rich
Rich
Yes, your dental check up is past due.
Yes there are a wide range of possible causes and all are best treated sooner than later. Make an appointment with a dentist for treatment soon.
Yes you should go to the dentist
