One of the most frequent dental complaints that often gets overlooked is swollen gums, and they generally mean something bigger is happening in your mouth. When you fail to prevent gum inflammation, it can potentially lead to significant health problems in your mouth, such as gum disease, tooth loss, and even bone loss. In fact, in Dentity Dental- one of the top multi-speciality dental clinics in Kolkata and in West Bengal, we get cases where patients are used to visiting when their gum swelling starts getting painful or does not subside. It would be better to detect early to avoid complications and preserve oral health for many years.
Causes of Swollen Gums: Bad oral hygiene is the leading cause of swollen gums. Plaque that accumulates at the gumline eventually hardens into tartar, which irritates the gums and causes them to swell and bleed. Gingivitis, the first stage of gum disease, is another important culprit. It progresses without symptoms, and swollen gums may be the first problem a patient sees.
Other causes are a lack of vitamin C, hormonal changes during pregnancy, ill-fitting dentures, a reaction to some medications, and too much tobacco. Food particles stuck between teeth can also lead to inflamed gums in various circumstances, particularly if you do not floss. So what we found is that in certain patients, if the stress and low immunity are so extreme, it can cause infection and inflammation of your gums.
The earlier warning signs are very recognisable. It becomes worse if the swollen gums do not heal after three days. If you see any of these signs, let us know immediately.
Your gums will bleed while brushing or flossing.
Mild or Severe chronic pain in the gums.
Red or dark-colored gums.
Bad breath in the mouth that doesn't go away with brushing.
And the most effective action that patients can take about this, is early treatment. The problem can be avoided before it becomes a health risk with regular cleaning and by caring for the gums. At Dentity Dental, the periodontal specialists diagnose the underlying cause and assist patients with non-surgical deep cleaning or advanced gum treatments (in accordance with their severity). Regular follow-ups encourage the healing of gums and avoid recurrence.
The swollen gums pose a tremendous threat to one's body and, if neglected, would turn out to be a severe problem. The earlier you come to us, the more comfortable, simpler, and cheaper the treatment will be. If you are experiencing any of the above symptoms, schedule an appointment before something serious shows up. Dentity Dental, one of the top multispeciality dental clinics throughout Kolkata and in West Bengal, will provide you with the best treatment by experienced dentists to restore your gums and protect your beautiful smile.
