Why is my bottom gum is sollown and it hurt when I touch it?
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Healthy gums do not bleed when you brush or hurt. If they hurt could be the first sign of periodontal disease. If they also bleed while brushing you have a more serious form of periodontal disease. I will give you some information on both so you can understand both and how to care for your teeth so you don't lose them because periodontal disease untreated can loosen your teeth and cause them to fall out.
The control of plaque is the key to maintaining healthy gums
GINGIVITIS is the inflammation of the gums around the teeth due to improper cleaning of the teeth. Although systemic factors and general health can modify the tissue reactions to local irritants, gingivitis at all ages is caused primarily by local irritants. Gingivitis is nearly always reversible. The usual signs of gingivitis are gums which are swollen and bleed during brushing.
Failure to rinse the mouth after meals and brush the teeth results in a thin layer of food and bacteria covering the tooth surface. This bacterium is the chief culprit behind the inflammation known as gingivitis. The gums during this stage of infection become soft, spongy and swollen.
Is bleeding of the gum a serious problem?
Yes, bleeding gums is a serious problem. It is either indicating the beginning of the destructive process involving the supporting tissue around the tooth or some serious underlying systemic problems. Gum disease is caused by plaque, a sticky film of bacteria that constantly forms on the teeth. These bacteria create toxins that damage the gums.
The adage “To keep your teeth, take care of your gums.” has a basis in reality. Gingivitis is one of the most common forms of gum (periodontal) disease. Gingivitis affects the tissues that surround and support your teeth. The bacteria which causes gingivitis, can turn into tartar buildup, irritate your gums and lead to bleeding. Left unchecked, gingivitis can lead to a more serious form of gum disease called periodontitis. This long-term infection can eventually cause loss of your teeth. Gum disease - not decay - is the #1 cause of tooth loss. Gum disease generally doesn’t hurt. You may have it for years before you feel discomfort. Don’t wait until you feel the pain.
When plaque has hardened on your teeth, it will be necessary for a dental hygienist or a dentist to scrape this material off your teeth.
Good oral hygiene is the best way to prevent bleeding gums, gingivitis and periodontitis.
Also if the plaque has created pockets in the gums and the plaque has entered under the gums then they must scrap under the gums in those pockets to remove it so the pockets can begin to close so your teeth do not become loose please go to your dentist. So they can clean your teeth and they can teach u the correct way to brush, floss, and rinse.
It sounds like gingivitis to me. You haven't been flossing, have you? Start flossing (and yes, it will bleed for the first few days), and rinse with an antiseptic mouthwash. It should clear up in a few days.
maybe u have a sensitve mouth and u should use a softer toothbrush and toothpaste for sensitive mouths (i think ur brushing it too hard
You may just have alot of plaque build up or maybe you have gingivitis
do you have braces?Couse if you do maybe you cut your lip when you where sleeping or something
you may have an absessed tooth. You need to see a dentist and have it checked out,
My first question is how old are you? Is it possible that this is a new tooth erupting?
If it's an isolated area and it could be a new tooth erupting, this would cause soreness and swelling that you mentioned.
Also, have you eaten popcorn or peanuts in the past few days? If you have eaten these you could have a skin or piece of hull under the tissue, these are notorious for getting lodged under the tissue causing an inflamed and painful area.
So if it is a tooth, it will eventually erupt. In the meantime you can use oragel to numb the tissue or drink cold drinks or ice cream to soothe the area.
If it's a skin or hull, tie a single knot in a piece of floss, slip it in between the teeth as you normally would, then gently slide the floss through allowing the knot to slide under the tissue catching the debris, and removing it. It may take a few attempts but will remove it.
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