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Well, If it is generalized (more than 2 or 3 teeth) then it is probably periodontal disease. Either chronic in nature, or acute in nature. If it came on suddenly it is acute in nature and one possible diagnosis might be ANUG (Acute Necrotizing Ulcerative Gingivitis). ANUG is common in HIV/AIDS patients, but is also common in smokers with poor nutrition and poor oral hygiene who are under a lot of stress, often times seen in college students who fit all or most of those characteristics. If it is isolated to 1 or 2 teeth, then it could be an infected tooth (abscess), or it could still be periodontal disease. Some medications can cause gingival hyperplasia which may seem swollen an painful. Dilantin which is taken for seizures, and some calcium channel blockers such as nifedipine, and maybe procardia if memory serves me. Basically, without examing your mouth it is really hard to say. Sounds like you need to visit a dentist. If it is ANUG it is not that difficult or expensive to treat and starts to get better within a couple days of treatment, but without treatment, ANUG almost never resolves on it's own.
What else can I help you with?
Is it common for the gums to be swollen and sore after a baby tooth falls out?
Yes, it is common for the gums to be swollen and sore. You can put some orajel or some clove oil on them to soothe them and reduce the swelling. If it persists, see your dentist.
What are the most common causes of bleeding gums?
Some of the most common causes of bleeding gums is lack of flossing and gingivitis.
What are common symptoms of teeth disease in babies?
Some of the common symptoms for gum disease are bad breath, red or swollen gums, tender or bleeding gums, painful chewing, loose teeth, sensitive teeth, receding gums or longer appearing teeth.
What are some causes for receding gums?
Aggressive brushing, periodontal diseases, genetic prevalence, use of Tobacco products, clenching and grinding of the teeth are all causes for receding gums. Receding gums can also be caused by piercing in the mouth area or by crooked teeth.
Do some peoples gums naturally swell when they have braces even though they floss brush and use an interdental brush 3 times a day?
Yes, I'm crazy about brushing my teeth and flossing all the time and I have really swollen gums on my bottom teeth that are the height of each tooth. There are different things to try to get them less swollen, but I haven't found anything that helps yet :(
What insect bite causes big bites headache and swollen neck glands?
There are many different insects that can cause this reaction if you are bitten by one of them. it could be some type of a spider bite.
What causes painful gums?
Gum pain can have many causes. Some of the causes include gingivitis, periodontitis, hormonal changes due to pregnancy, and localized ulcers.
What is gingivostomatitis?
severe gingivitis is usually the inflammation and infection of the gums, when it gets a little bit more worse, it becomes periodontitis with periodontitis, gum surgery is usually needed.
WhatCauses swollen ear lobe?
There are several causes of a swollen ear lobe. Some of the conditions that can cause this are an ear infection, glue ear, Swimmer's ear, folliculitis and Meniere's disease.
Why is your male goats teat swollen?
He could have gynecomastica which is a hereditary condition in some breeds of goats
What causes swollen ankles and swollen neck at the same time?
Fluid retention caused by excess salt intake can cause swollen ankles and a swollen neck. Usually, a swollen neck is caused by swollen lymph nodes which are caused by an infection of some type but since your ankles are swollen also I would suspect fluid retention. Try severely limiting your intake of salt. Do not just eliminate white table salt. Also eliminate salt from processed meats and snacks.
What causes swollen glands burning tongue and sore throat?
My guess is that it is a virus of some sort I am experencing similar does anyone know a remedy?
