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IS Gingivitis Be Associated With Raised Ridges On Gums?

For about a month now I've had irritation behind my front teeth. When I examined the area, I noticed vein-like raised ridges on my gums that I had not been aware of until then. The irritation seems to be exclusive to those ridges and flares up after eating. I think the ridges are normal, but it's almost like the irritation is spreading and medication only seems to work for a short time. I'm on my mid-20s, about 190 lbs, and have had braces, oral surgery, and a gum infection in the past. Can this be something common like gingivitis or could should I see a specialist? I really just need some peace of mind right now.
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Hello,

Thanks for consulting HCM,

Read your query, as you have irritation in gums this can be gingival inflammation due to oral hygiene is not good , or trauma during brushing due to hard bristle brush , or due to infection in gums may be localized Periodontitis.
I will suggest you to consult Dentist or Periodontist and go for visual examination of front teeth to rule of the cause of inflammation , in meantime you can do luke warm saline rinses , you can apply ointment Mugel or Mucopain gel on gums.

Hope it will help you.
Wishing you good health.

Regards,
Dr. Priyanka tiwari

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IS Gingivitis Be Associated With Raised Ridges On Gums?

Hello, Thanks for consulting HCM, Read your query, as you have irritation in gums this can be gingival inflammation due to oral hygiene is not good , or trauma during brushing due to hard bristle brush , or due to infection in gums may be localized Periodontitis. I will suggest you to consult Dentist or Periodontist and go for visual examination of front teeth to rule of the cause of inflammation , in meantime you can do luke warm saline rinses , you can apply ointment Mugel or Mucopain gel on gums. Hope it will help you. Wishing you good health. Regards, Dr. Priyanka tiwari