Having swollen gums is not uncommon and could be attributed to a number of different causes. This includes problems with oral hygiene, abscesses, and gum disease. Sometimes when looking at your teeth ...

If you have swollen gums, it can be a sign of gingivitis, which is an early stage of gum disease. Make sure you have regular dental check-ups to prevent swollen gums from developing into severe oral ...

Dentists may recommend medicated mouthwashes, ointments, or toothpaste to treat swollen gums. Good oral hygiene can help prevent swollen gums and reduce the duration of symptoms. Swollen gums often ...

The term “gum disease” sounds serious, and it is. Advanced stages cause bone and tooth loss, which affect your ability to eat ...

Do your gums bleed easily? It might be because of something simple like using the wrong technique when you brush or floss. Or it could be a sign of a health condition you need to check out. Bleeding ...

Health Centered Dentistry in Alaska just released a new guide detailing the causes of swollen gums and the treatment and prevention of gum disease. Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease is a ...

Our gums contain thick, fibrous blood vessels and so it is not uncommon for them to swell and bulge out. Swollen gums usually appear reddish and can be quite sensitive and painful. If you have had any ...

Regular brushing, flossing, and dental check-ups help prevent gum disease, which has been associated with an increased risk of heart problems. For most people, brushing twice a day is enough to feel ...

Are your gums red, puffy and tender? If so, a deep dental cleaning might be on the agenda at your next dentist appointment. Your dentist might recommend a deep cleaning when you develop certain ...

Tooth pain is one of those symptoms that’s hard to ignore because it can interfere with eating, sleeping, and even thinking clearly. Sometimes it shows up as sharp sensitivity, other times as a dull ...

A person may experience swollen gums around one specific tooth. Some reasons for this type of gum inflammation include poor dental hygiene, an abscess, and periodontal disease. Other times the ...