What works well and effectively for inflamed gums?
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What works well and effectively for inflamed gums?
There could be various possible remedies to cure inflamed gums. It depends on what is the cause of the inflammation. Usually the most common reason for inflamed gums is the hard deposits on teeth that is known as calculus. It is deposited on the teeth as well as below the gums. So in order to get rid of the inflammation the best option is get scaling done from a professional and keep follow .scaling has to be twice a year to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Pregnancy is another reason for gum inflammation and it reduces eventually. The gums could also be Inflamed because of some drug that your taking. This is known as drug induced gingival enlargement and usually substituting the drug with another option is better. There could various other reasons but these are most common. Proper brushing twice daily with soft bristles tooth brush and fluoridated toothpaste. Timely flossing and using medicated mouthrinses can keep inflammation at bay to some extent. But any inflamed tissue needs to medical examination and intervention.
First go to gentle dental hygienist who will use a topical anesthetic while doing a thorough cleaning. It may take 2–3 sessions to work on all the areas. Have that hygienist teach you how to floss and brush properly and how often. To get started at home, use a water Pik at the lowest settings with some mouthwash. Have patience and keep your maintenance up. Good gum health is the key to keeping your teeth!