Toothache and gum discomfort are familiar to many people. Unpleasant odor, soreness when chewing food and other unpleasant symptoms often accompany gum disease in diseases such as gingivitis and periodontitis. Severe swelling may also indicate an early stage of these pathologies.
In addition, the gums can swell for other reasons, for example, due to the accumulation of fluid or pus, after an injury or tooth extraction. But whatever the reason, do not delay the visit to the doctor, because the consequences of gum edema can be irreversible.
Probable reasons
Most often, this pathology appears due to the penetration of an infection into the oral cavity. Human saliva contains a huge number of different microorganisms and bacteria. Many of them can cause swelling of the gums. Even if all the rules of oral hygiene are observed, microcracks can appear due to an injection with a toothpick, a fork, the use of an excessively stiff brush or the use of solid products. Such damage acts as a "gate" for all sorts of pathogenic microorganisms, which often lead to swelling of the gums.
Mucosal edema is a very serious problem that cannot be ignored. In most cases, the pathological process can be stopped at an early stage of development by rinsing with medicinal herbs and antiseptics. But often, edema is a symptom of more serious and dangerous diseases. This symptom may indicate the development of:
- Periodontitis.
- Chronic or acute forms of gingivitis.
- Stomatitis.
- Periostitis.
All these diseases provoke pathogens. If it is not enough to carefully monitor the oral cavity, the gum walls become very loose over time, move away from the teeth and open access to pathogenic microflora. These pathologies are characterized by a set of specific signs - pronounced redness against a background of fluid flow, the release of an inflammatory secretion when pressed and an unpleasant odor that remains even after a thorough brushing of the teeth.
When identifying such problems, complex treatment is required, which is not limited to eliminating edema alone. A visible result will appear only after prolonged therapy, which includes taking antibiotics, performing physiotherapeutic procedures, using anti-inflammatory gels and pastes with extracts of propolis, healing herbs and silver ions.
Caries problems
One common cause of gum swelling is an advanced form of tooth decay. If you do not treat small chips and holes in the teeth in time, the crown will completely collapse over time. As a result, the pulp with nerve receptors is exposed and can be infected by pathogenic bacteria. In just a few days, a pathological process arises in the tooth cavity. Inflammatory exudate accumulates in the gums, swelling occurs.
This process is fraught with the appearance of fistulas on the mucous membrane, destruction of the roots of the teeth and damage to the enamel. Therefore, you do not need to ignore the emerging symptoms.
The reason for an immediate visit to the dentist should be the following symptoms:
- Sudden increase in temperature, accompanied by fever or chills.
- Acute pain in the jaw area.
- The appearance of white dots on the gums.
You can prevent the development of this dangerous disease at the initial stage, when tartar or plaque appears on the enamel. A specialist can easily fix such a problem and treat the surface with silver nitrate to destroy harmful microorganisms.
Other reasons
Gums swelling? Perhaps the problem is not at all in the state of the oral cavity and not in infections. There are other reasons for the development of swelling of the mucosa:
- Severe stress.
- Diabetes.
- The use of structures to smooth the surface of the teeth.
- Wearing poor-quality or broken dentures.
- Teething wisdom.
- Dislocations and fractures of the jaw.
- Hormonal changes in the body.
Swelling of the gums after tooth extraction often occurs if the specialist was forced to make incisions on the soft tissues. In some cases, these manipulations look like real operations involving the installation of drainage and long-term rehabilitation. After tooth extraction, gum edema most often goes away on its own. In this case, it is very important not to forget about the rules of hygiene in order to prevent the penetration of infection into an open wound.
Signs of gum disease
In some cases, the doctor only needs a visual examination to determine the nature of the origin of the gum edema. The most unpleasant and intense symptoms are characteristic for the development of periodontitis and gingivitis. In this case, the patient has the following symptoms:
- Swelling of the gums near the tooth edge.
- Pain does not stop, are aching monotonous in nature.
- Bleeding gums.
The affected area can be quite large, sometimes it covers two jaws at once.
It is gum edema that is often the first symptom of a pathological process in the oral cavity. For ulcers and fistulas, a slightly different clinical picture is characteristic:
- Swelling is noted in only one place.
- The pain is pulsating and sharp.
- A round bump with a diameter of up to two centimeters appears near the tooth.
- At the time of the rush of blood, severe discomfort is felt, so it is difficult to chew food.
If swelling is triggered by hormonal disruptions, diabetes mellitus or other diseases, it is evenly distributed throughout the gum. In this case, the patient feels only slight discomfort, he has no bad breath. Most often, this condition is temporary and goes away on its own.
How to relieve swelling
The way to fix the problem depends on the initial causes of its occurrence. For example, if a flux has formed, immediately remove the accumulated pus and establish drainage. After removing the inflammatory secretion, the wound should be washed with antibiotics, sutured and treated with antiseptics. To do this, you can use these drugs:
- Miramistin.
- "Stomatophyte".
- Chlorhexidine.
- "Periodontal disease."
- "Maraslavin".
- "Furacilin".
With a severe course of pathology, you can not do without antibacterial agents, because a strong inflammatory process can lead to intoxication of the whole organism. This is especially true if there are pustular ulcers in the oral cavity.
What is the most effective antibiotic for gum disease? Most often, penicillins, fluoroquinolones, nitroimidazoles and lincosamides are used for treatment. They are often prescribed for advanced forms of gingivitis, periodontitis and other diseases.
Most often, doctors in such cases prescribe:
- Clindamycin.
- Lincomycin.
- "Metronidazole".
- Ceftriaxone.
- Ampicillin.
- Erythromycin.
- Amoxicillin.
To quickly eliminate edema and the associated discomfort, dentists advise using antihistamines. In the pharmacy you can find many modern medicines that effectively remove itching, burning and have a minimal amount of side effects. Dentists most often recommend Suprastin, Loratadin, Zodak, and Telfast. These drugs are allowed even for babies during teething.
How to relieve swelling of the gums during exacerbation of gingivitis and bleeding? The patient is recommended to apply creams containing antiseptics to the inflamed areas several times during the day. A good wound-healing effect is provided by Levomekol ointment and Solcoseryl gel. They can be applied in the form of applications on the gum. To do this, thoroughly brush your teeth, moisten a cotton pad in the selected product and apply to the inflamed area, leaving for half an hour.
Dental gels and ointments are also able to effectively solve the problem of gum disease. The most popular drugs are:
- "Periodontal disease."
- "Metrogil Dent."
- Halisal.
Using Miramistin
This medication is intended for the treatment of bacterial, viral and fungal infections. It is suitable for both adult patients and small children. "Miramistin" has a pronounced antimicrobial and bactericidal effect, due to which it effectively eliminates inflammation and its symptoms.
Doctors often recommend this drug for herpetic and simple stomatitis, as well as inflammation and swelling of the gums. However, the Miramistin spray and solution can also be used to treat other diseases, such as gingivitis, periodontitis, periodontitis, as well as to prevent complications after surgery and dental treatment. The tool has almost no contraindications (only intolerance to the components included in the drug), but it can not be used for longer than 10 days.
How to use "Miramistin" for gums with swelling and inflammation? It is necessary to collect about 15-20 ml of undiluted product and thoroughly rinse the oral cavity. In this case, it is very important to ensure that the affected gum is in contact with the solution. After a few minutes, the product should be spit out.
Dentists are advised to carry out such procedures 2-3 times a day for a week. Usually, during this time, the inflammatory process stops and the swelling disappears.
The use of "Stomatophyta"
The composition of this drug includes exclusively plant components:
- Sage.
- Oak bark extract.
- Arnica.
- Thyme.
- Thyme.
- Chamomile.
- Air.
- Peppermint.
"Stomatophytum" effectively fights inflammatory processes, stops bleeding and relaxes muscles. This tool effectively removes swelling of the gums. In addition, the herbal ingredients of the drug contribute to the rapid healing of wounds and ulcers, eliminate irritation of the mucous membrane and restore normal microflora.
The drug is popular. The price of "Stomatofit" is considered affordable for all segments of the population.
The tool is often used for stomatitis, periodontal disease, gingivitis, periodontitis, glossitis and other diseases of the oral cavity. Often, doctors prescribe this drug after removing several teeth. In addition, rinsing with "Stomatophytum" is recommended when using braces, crowns and prostheses to prevent inflammation in the oral cavity. For preventive treatment, you need to take a diluted solution.
According to the instructions for use, to rinse with "Stomatophytum" you need to take 10 ml of the product in 50 ml of cool water. Complete with the drug there is a special measuring cup that helps to measure the required amount of medicine. Use the solution only after brushing your teeth. Do not eat within half an hour after applying "Stomatofit" rinse.
The instructions indicate that only warm water can be used, since a hot remedy can injure the mucous membrane and aggravate existing ulcers.
The minimum course of therapy is 5 days. If enamel darkening is observed during treatment, you need to abandon the further use of “Stomatofit” and consult your dentist for another drug.
If you give a remedy to a child, be sure that the baby does not swallow the solution.
The price of "Stomatofit" ranges from 260-330 rubles per bottle of 40 ml. Patients leave positive reviews about the drug, noting its high effectiveness.
The use of "Chlorhexidine"
This is an effective antiseptic, which is very often used for inflammation and swelling of the gums. Among the main advantages of the drug is its long-term effect. While rinsing the mouth, Chlorhexidine creates a protective film on the surface of the gums, which remains in the mouth for 4-5 hours.
The drug is often prescribed by dentists with advanced inflammation and various diseases of the oral cavity. On the network you can find a lot of positive reviews that confirm the high effectiveness of this medication.
In case of gum inflammation, “Chlorhexidine” should be used as a rinse.
To treat inflammation, the solution does not need to be diluted with water. This applies to adult patients. If you give the medicine to a child over 7 years old, then the drug should be mixed with water in a ratio of 1: 2. Rinse the oral cavity for 5-7 minutes. The drug can also be used by pregnant women to treat inflammatory processes in the oral cavity.
The cost of "Chlorhexidine" in pharmacies does not exceed 30 rubles.
Use of "Periodontocide"
This medication is used to treat gingivitis, periodontitis, periodontal disease and other diseases of the oral cavity. In the pharmacy you can buy "Parodontocide" in any convenient form for use: spray, rinse, dental gel for gums, rinse and toothpaste.
All remedies actively fight inflammations of any origin. The drug has an anticariotic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and deodorizing effect. Due to these properties, the scope of use of "Periodontocide" is extremely wide. To obtain the fastest effect, it is recommended to use all forms of the drug in combination.
The use of "Maraslavin"
This medication not only treats and prevents inflammation, but also effectively fights allergy symptoms. "Maraslavin" has a wound healing, analgesic and antiseptic effect. Rinsing the oral cavity with this tool helps to clean the gums from toxins, pathogens and purulent plaques.
The drug is often prescribed to patients after surgery on the gums, tooth extraction, as well as inflammatory processes in the oral cavity, periodontal disease and other pathologies of the teeth and gums.
To rinse, you need to dilute a tablespoon of "Maraslavin" in a glass of cool water. You can carry out the procedure 4-5 times during the day. The course of treatment can last a maximum of 3 months.
For application to the gum, it is necessary to apply a gauze bandage soaked in the product. Such a lotion should be left in the mouth for 10-15 minutes.
Use of "Furacilin"
Pain, swelling, bleeding, the active phase of inflammation are symptoms that Furacilin can relieve. It is used to rinse gums at home.
"Furacilin" is an effective antibacterial drug that helps to suppress pathogenic microflora in the oral cavity. This remedy is especially effective for flux, gingivitis, periodontal disease and inflammation. Additionally, "Furacilin" has a healing effect.
Rinse your mouth with a solution for at least 5 minutes. 3-5 procedures are needed per day. The more often you rinse your mouth, the faster you will be able to stop inflammation, eliminate soreness, swelling and other unpleasant symptoms.
Alternative methods for removing puffiness from the gums
It is possible to treat inflammation of the mucous membrane with the help of old, time-tested recipes of alternative medicine. Usually, it is recommended to take soda, iodine, salt and decoctions of some plants with anti-inflammatory properties for the preparation of medicinal solutions. Sage and chamomile have the best therapeutic effect for gum swelling.
Healing tinctures and decoctions are prepared very easily and quickly, so during the day you can make fresh servings of the medicine.
How to cure gum disease at home? Simple folk recipes come to the rescue:
- Apply warm infusions of calendula or St. John's wort to rinse the oral cavity (you can use a mixture of these plants). To do this, take 1 tbsp. herbs per 200 ml of boiling water, insist to an acceptable temperature, strain and use as directed.
- To make applications with ordinary soda. To do this, it must be diluted with warm water to the state of slurry. Soda should be applied to several layers of gauze or bandage.
- Make compresses with ground aloe leaf and liquid honey.
- Treat the affected area with lemon juice 2-3 times during the day.
- Use propolis tincture for gums. It must be rubbed into the affected area. It is also recommended to do with tincture applications. , , . .
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No less important is the prevention of inflammation. To do this, it is advisable to eat solid vegetables and fruits in raw form. The daily menu should include foods rich in calcium. For oral hygiene, you need to choose high-quality pastes, rinses and regularly visit the dentist for a routine examination.