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While caring for your pearly whites is a very important part of your oral health<\/a>, they shouldn’t be your only focus. Your gums, the anchor place of your teeth, also play a very significant role in how healthy your mouth is. As a matter of fact, they can even affect your overall well-being! If you have noticed that your gums are swollen, inflamed, or red, it\u2019s best to visit your dentist for treatment<\/a> as soon as possible. Read on to learn about the causes of swollen gums and what you can do to keep them in their best condition!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Causes Swollen Gums?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your gums are swollen, it\u2019s important to be aware that it could be a sign of an issue that needs to be addressed. There can be various reasons why the soft tissues of your mouth are not in their normal state, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gum Disease<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

According to the CDC, almost 50% of Americans 30 and older have some form of periodontal (gum) disease. This is when there is an infection in your gums, resulting in them becoming swollen and irritated.  A poor oral health routine is a very common cause of gum disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Malnutrition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you are not receiving adequate nutrition, it will affect how your gums feel. Being deficient in certain vitamins (such as B and C) can cause your gums to swell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oral Infection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Oral medical conditions, like herpes or thrush, can lead to swollen gums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hormonal Changes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Certain changes in women\u2019s hormones can cause changes in their gums. These changes can occur before their menstrual cycle or during pregnancy. Women experience a rush of hormones produced by the body during these fluctuations in the body, resulting in an increase in the blood flow to the gums, leading to swelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Can You Do to Help Your Swollen Gums?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Has it been more than two weeks since you first noticed your gums were inflamed? If so, you should go visit your dentist. By conducting a thorough oral examination, they can determine the cause of the inflammation and what treatment options would be best for you. If you have some stage of gum disease, they will begin periodontal therapy<\/a> for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the meantime, you can also do things to soothe your gums, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n