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They say that pain is nature's way of ringing us up to tell us something's wrong. But when it comes to our gums, nature doesn't always use the hotline. More often, the message of gum pain seems to come via the old-time pony express: By the time we get the news, the situation at the point of origin is likely to have gone from bad to worse. So if your gums are hinting that something unusual is going on, it may be an understatement.

If you think that a twinge of pain is only the first sign of gum disease, you may be sorely mistaken (no pun intended). Gum disease could already be in the advanced stages by the time you experience pain. So be sure to see a dentist even if the pain seems to go away.

Also, you should visit your dentist when gums are red, tender, discolored or bleeding, whether or not you feel pain.

See your general dentist first before going to a periodontist (a gum specialist).A dentist is equipped to handle many of these problems and then can direct you to a periodontist if needed.


What to try:

Brush the gum pain.
Removing bacteria with regular tooth care not only prevents gum disease, it can also provide some short-term pain relief. Proceed with gentle brushing (with a soft brush), flossing and warm-water rinsing. In addition, an over-the-counter rinse like Listerine, diluted or at full strength, may diminish some of the bacteria and ease some pain. (For some people, though, the alcohol content of a rinse may make pain worse. Discontinue using it if that happens.)

Try a warm saltwater rinse.
Take a few swigs of warm salt water and swish it between your teeth and gums, It has a general soothing effect. If you have an abscess, the salts will help draw it out and drain it." He recommends one teaspoon of salt in a glass of lukewarm water. (Salt water is also your first line of defense for any gum burn, cut, abrasion or wound.)

Suppress the pain with an analgesic.
Any medicine that reduces pain and inflammation could do wonders for your sore gums. It can also help reduce a fever if your pain is caused by an infection. in most cases of dental disease, it is inflammation that causes discomfort. Recommendet anti-inflammatory products. Or you can take aspirin if you don't have adverse reactions to it (but children should avoid aspirin because of the risk of Reyes syndrome).


Ice it down.
Ice is an natural anti-inflammatory. It really works on swelling,and also serves as a local anesthetic to dull nerve endings." Apply an ice pack wrapped in a towel to your cheek or lip near the area of pain.

Moisten your mouth.
Sucking on ice chips or a lemon drop if you are suffering from gum irritation due to dry mouth. That should be enough to replenish any missing saliva.

Use peroxide power.
Many of the bacteria that cause gum pain cannot survive in oxygen, so some dentists recommend the use of everyday hydrogen peroxide, which you can pick up at any pharmacy and dilute. Dr. Low advises using a rinse of half water, half hydrogen peroxide.

Dab with baking soda.
Another way to discourage bacteria is with household baking soda. Just make a paste of baking soda mixed with water and apply it gently on the gums, suggests Dr. Low. But be careful. Overzealous use can abrade gum tissue.

Numb that gum.
If you have a burn, a cut, an ulceration or any problem on the skin of the gum. The best thing you can do is apply one of the many over-the-counter gels or ointments that contain benzocaine. Its numbing action delivers instant relief. It also knocks out much of the pain associated with serious gum infections.

Anyone for tea?
Some doctors suggest holding a wet tea bag against a gum abrasion or canker sore. Tea leaves contain tannic acid, an astringent that also has some pain-relieving power.




Don't

Don't rub.
Massaging your gums may only cause further irritation, according to Dr. Kornman.

Don't put aspirin on your gum.
For some reason, many people have the idea that applying aspirin directly to the affected gum area is beneficial. Unfortunately, the only thing that happens is that you create a chemical burn in the gum tissue. Don't ever try it.

Say no to tobacco.
"We see greater gum destruction in smokers," Smoking contributes to gum problems and can exacerbate any infectious or ulcerative conditions. Chewing tobacco is another gum irritant and can lead to a variety of gum cancers. In addition, smoking often contributes to the onset of trench mouth and worsens the condition if you already have it.
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