Swollen gum around one tooth: Causes and treatment - Medical News Today
WEBJan 25, 2024 · 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.
Why Is My Gum Swollen In One Spot? (Causes & treatments)
WEBHaving a swollen, enlarged gum in just one area can be worrying. Localized gum swelling is fairly common and has a range of potential causes, from mild gingivitis to serious dental infections and oral cancer.
Gingivitis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBNov 16, 2023 · Gingivitis is a common and mild form of gum disease, also called periodontal disease. It causes irritation, redness, swelling and bleeding of your gingiva, which is the part of your gum around the base of your teeth. It's important to take gingivitis seriously and treat it promptly. Gingivitis does not cause bone loss.
Periodontitis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBFeb 24, 2023 · Ongoing gum irritation and swelling, called inflammation, can cause periodontitis. Eventually this causes deep pockets to form between your gums and teeth. These pockets fill with plaque, tartar and bacteria and become deeper over time. If not treated, these deep infections cause a loss of tissue and bone.
What Causes a Swollen Gum Around One Tooth? - Healthline
WEBApr 11, 2023 · If you notice a swollen gum around one tooth, it might be the result of gum disease, poor dental hygiene, or an abscess. Visit your dentist to make sure that your swollen gum is...
Swollen Gums: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment - Cleveland Clinic
WEBWhy is my gum swollen around one tooth? If you only notice swelling around one tooth, it could be something as simple as food stuck in your gums. Generally, this type of inflammation goes away once you brush and floss to remove the object.
Swollen Gums: Causes, Treatments, and Prevention - Healthline
WEBAug 2, 2022 · Swollen gums, also called gingival swelling, are often irritated, sensitive, or painful. You may also notice that your gums bleed more easily when brushing or flossing your teeth. What causes...
Swollen gums: Causes, treatments, and home remedies - Medical News Today
WEBAug 13, 2019 · Swollen gums tend to be a sign of an underlying issue, such as gum disease or infection. Anyone experiencing swollen gums should see a dentist for a full diagnosis and treatment.
Sore Gums: Causes in Back of Mouth, Between Teeth, Over One Tooth
WEBMar 8, 2019 · Overview. Gum tissue is naturally soft and sensitive. This means many things can cause sore gums. You might feel pain between your teeth, on top of some of your teeth, or all over your gums. In...
Periodontitis: Treatment, home remedies, and symptoms
WEBJan 4, 2024 · Periodontitis, or gum disease, is a common infection that damages the soft tissue and bone supporting the teeth. Without treatment, the alveolar bone around the teeth will...