yes
I have exactly the same as that. I got my retainer a few weeks ago and the top one is fine but the bottom one leaves this line and sometimes a cut or ulcer. It also hurts a lot when I put it in. I guess this is normal!
Yes, chewing a lot of hard candy mints can cause your gums to become swollen. This is particularly the case for those who have sensitive teeth and gums.
Oral contraceptives may cause the gums to become tender and swollen or to bleed
Oral Cancer
Several diseases have bleeding gums as a symptom. The most common diseases would be periodontitis, gingivitis, or gum disease. It is important to rule these out before you go on to looking for more exotic causes of bleeding gums. See a good dentist. Pregnancy can cause bleeding gums, as can birth control pills. This has to do with fluctuating hormone levels. In fact, almost any hormone therapy can cause bleeding gums. Certain anti-seizure medications such as dilantin can cause bleeding gums. Bleeding gums can be associated with certain vitamin deficiencies, such as vitamin C or vitamin K. The latter indicates a problem with the liver. Alcoholism can be a source of bleeding gums. Cancer or cancer treatments can cause bleeding gums. See a dentist and rule out the most common sources of bleeding gums first.
No not at all...
Gums may turn white because there is a lack of blood flow. This can cause numbness as well. Gums can also turn white due to gum disease.
This type of medication may cause the gums to swell, bleed, or become tender.
Yes it can. Go and see the dentist
yes it does. all over your lips/gums/tongue.
no it can't but it isn't very healthy for gums but it won't cause recession