Swelling of the gums, usually with inflammation, infection, or trauma, a condition that results from it. To reclaim the health of your gums and alleviate the swelling, the following methods can be applied:
1. Gargling with salt water
- Description: Salt water can ease swelling and reduce inflammation of the gums.
- Application: One teaspoon salt, one cup warm water and gargle several times a day by mixing.
2. Cold Compress
- Description: A cold compress can alleviate pain and reduce the swelling of the gums.
- Application: Apply an ice pack for 15-20 minutes covered with a clean cloth to gum. You can repeat this at intervals of a few hours.
3. Antiseptic Mouthwashes
- Description: Antiseptic mouthwashes can ease inflammation and swelling by reducing the bacteria in the mouth.
- Application: An antiseptic mouthwash that can be purchased from the pharmacy according to the instructions for use apply.
4. Aloe Vera Gel
- Description: Aloe vera can reduce inflammation and swelling of the gums.
- Application: Apply aloe vera gel directly to the teeth and wait a few minutes.
5. Regular brushing and flossing
- Description: To clean the teeth of plaque and tartar, reduce inflammation.
- Application: Brushing your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and floss once a day.
6. Warm compresses and tea bags
- Description: Warm compresses in the gums can increase blood flow and support the healing.
- Application: Apply a warm tea bag on your gums for 5-10 minutes. Also, you can also make the application of warm compresses.
7. Healthy diet and adequate fluid Consumption
- Description: Healthy eating can help to heal the gums. Adequate water consumption also supports oral health.
- Application: Vitamin and mineral-rich fruits and vegetables you eat and drink plenty of water.
8. Reducing smoking and alcohol consumption
- Description: Cigarettes and alcohol, can increase swelling and can make it harder for your gums to heal.
- Application: Smoking and limit alcohol consumption or leave it, gum can improve health.
9. Over The Counter Drugs
- Description: Over-the-counter pain relievers, may ease the pain and discomfort of the gums.
- Application: Medications such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen dosage according to the instructions for use.
10. How To Contact The Dentist
- Description: If the swelling is severe, or if the treatment didn't work, you may need professional help.
- Application: By contacting your dentist, the cause of the swelling and inflammation of the gums and assess the appropriate treatment plan to find out.
Results
These methods often can be effective to alleviate the swelling of the gums. However, if the swelling persists or worsens, it may require the assessment of a professional dentist. To maintain the health of your gums and regular dental care and healthy lifestyle habits are important.
