Question

What are some methods to alleviate swollen gums?

Answer 1

salt water my help the pain . it could be gingivitis if you don't have a heath mouth or maybe you just ate something that cut your gum or got lodged in there . be genital and try to floss to see if you can dislodge something , if the pain persists for more than a week go to a dentist it could be an abses tooth

Answer 2

don't touch them with your tongue.Drink Water.

Answer 3

try a tea bag

Answer 4

Some numbing solution like Ambesol That is the skip zone when you are brushing. Slow down when your brushing and focus on that area. The tissue is thin in that area so be gentle only a soft tooth brush.

Answer 5

try ice to make the swelling go down.

Answer 6

whiskey.

Answer 7

Rinse your mouth with salt water, it helps any infections if any.

Answer 8

Its a case of ginigivitis. Go to your doctor and ask for your teeth to be cleaned - they can also clean underneath the gumline. Once they do this and you keep up a regular brushing and flossing technique the swelling will go down.. . In the meantime brush and floss your teeth regularly and use a mouthwash or salty water to prevent the infection from spreading to the rest of your gums.

Answer 9

can be LOTS of reasons...talk to a dentist.