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Suggest Treatment For Swollen And Painful Gums

I noticed yesterday that the tissue between my gums and my jaw inside my mouth were a little swollen. When I woke up this morning the left side of my face was swollen and it is drooping some. When I press my face or cheek it hurts. I do not have a toothache or anything. I am making a Drs appt for tomorrow....too late to see her today. Should I be okay and what could be the cause of this.
posted on Mon, 31 Aug 2015
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Hi Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concern...
You might have any of following condition
1.Dental/periodontal abscess- is a localized collection of pus associated with a tooth or gum. They occur when a localized infection of tooth spread to gums & nearby soft tissues.
2.pericornitis- which is inflammation of the soft tissues surrounding the crown of a partially erupted tooth, including the gums.
Following remedies can be tried
1. Anti inflammatory drugs like ibuprufen/acetaminophen can be taken to reduce swelling.
2. Salt Water Gargle-Mix 1 tsp of salt with warm water in a glass. Gargle for roughly 15-20 seconds and spit out. You can repeat this as needed for 2-3 days. Remember to spit the water rather swallowing it.

Visit your dental surgeon he will do a x-ray to confirm the cause & give you a specific diagnosis.
Hoping your query is solved
Get well soon.
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Suggest Treatment For Swollen And Painful Gums

Hi Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concern... You might have any of following condition 1.Dental/periodontal abscess- is a localized collection of pus associated with a tooth or gum. They occur when a localized infection of tooth spread to gums & nearby soft tissues. 2.pericornitis- which is inflammation of the soft tissues surrounding the crown of a partially erupted tooth, including the gums. Following remedies can be tried 1. Anti inflammatory drugs like ibuprufen/acetaminophen can be taken to reduce swelling. 2. Salt Water Gargle-Mix 1 tsp of salt with warm water in a glass. Gargle for roughly 15-20 seconds and spit out. You can repeat this as needed for 2-3 days. Remember to spit the water rather swallowing it. Visit your dental surgeon he will do a x-ray to confirm the cause & give you a specific diagnosis. Hoping your query is solved Get well soon.