Suggest Remedies For Swollen Gum Around One Tooth

Posted on Tue, 3 May 2016

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Tue, 3 May 2016 Answered on

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Question : my gum have swollen around one of my tooth
what would be some appropriate first aid

Answered by Dr. Priyanka Tiwari (35 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Gum or tooth infection , Measures , pictures .

Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXX,

Thanks for consulting Healthcaremagic .
This is Dr. Priyanka tiwari answering your query .

I have read your query and understand your concern . As far as swollen gum around one tooth is concerned it can be due to Periodontal or Periapical infection secondary to Gum or Tooth infection . Can you upload image of tooth that will be more helpful for me to give you proper diagnosis and treatment plan .
Based on details provided I will suggest you some aids:
- Do warm saline rinses 3 to 4 times a day .
- You can take medicine like Amoxicillin with Metronidazole by consulting with local doctor .
- For pain you can take analgesic like Paracetamol or Diclofenac sodium .
- Maintain proper oral hygiene . Use mouthwash regularly .

Awating for pictures to comment further .

Hope my answer helps you .

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