Urgent dental care · Bhowanipur & Mukundapur
Swollen or Bleeding Gums in Kolkata — Causes and Treatment
Gums that bleed when you brush or look red and swollen are usually an early sign of gum disease (gingivitis) caused by plaque along the gum line. Better brushing and flossing plus a professional clean often reverse it, but a painful swelling or lump may be an abscess that needs prompt care. OroCare Dental Clinic treats gum problems at its Bhowanipur and Mukundapur centres in South Kolkata; call 98753 42440.
What to do right now
- Brush twice a day, gently, along the gum line with a soft brush.
- Clean between your teeth daily with floss or an interdental brush.
- Rinse with warm salt water to soothe sore, swollen gums.
- Don't stop brushing an area because it bleeds — gentle cleaning helps it heal.
- Avoid tobacco, which worsens gum disease.
Common causes
- Plaque and tartar build-up along the gum line (gingivitis)
- Not flossing or cleaning between teeth
- A gum abscess or infection
- Hormonal changes (pregnancy) increasing sensitivity
- Smoking or chewing tobacco
See a dentist straight away if…
- A painful swelling, lump or pimple on the gum (possible abscess)
- Gums pulling away from the teeth or loose teeth
- Bleeding that doesn't improve after two weeks of good cleaning
- Swelling with fever or a bad taste
How OroCare treats it
OroCare's dentists remove the plaque and tartar with a professional scaling and cleaning, show you how to keep the gums healthy, and treat any infection or abscess. Catching gum disease early protects the bone that holds your teeth in place.
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