Swollen Gums Treatment on S Loop West, Houston, TX
Soothe Sore, Puffy Gums Without the Guesswork
How to Tell If Your Swollen Gums Need Attention
A little puffiness that fades within a day or two usually isn’t a concern. Some symptoms mean it’s time to have a dentist take a look: gums that stay red, bulging, or sore, pain when you chew or brush in that spot, a sour taste or breath that won’t improve, pus along the gumline, or swelling that creeps toward your cheek or jaw. When an infection is behind it and nothing is done, it can spread and become much harder to treat.
Our S Loop West team can find the source quickly and get you comfortable again. Reserve your $89 exam today.
Why Gums Swell Up
Swollen gums can be traced to a range of causes:
- Plaque and tartar collecting at the gumline
- Gingivitis or a more advanced form of gum disease
- An abscess in the gum or at the root of a tooth
- Food particles lodged between teeth
- A wisdom tooth pushing through or stuck beneath the gum
- Rubbing from dentures, braces, or other appliances that don’t fit well
- Low vitamin levels
- Side effects of certain medications, or hormone changes
Gum Care From Our S Loop West Dentists
Swelling Getting Worse? Come In Today
Gum swelling linked to infection can advance within hours. That’s why we keep space open for same-day and walk-in visits, so you can be examined and start treatment instead of waiting for the next available slot.
Reasons to Get Swollen Gums Checked Sooner
Ease Eating, Brushing, and Talking
Stop an Infection Before It Travels
Slow Down Gum Disease
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Frequently Asked Questions
What makes gums swell?
Plaque and tartar at the gumline are the most frequent culprits, and they lead to gingivitis. Other possibilities include advanced gum disease, an abscess, food stuck between teeth, a wisdom tooth coming in, dentures or braces that irritate the tissue, hormone changes, certain medications, and vitamin shortages. Only a dental exam can show which of these applies to you.
When is gum swelling an emergency?
Mild puffiness that settles within a day or two typically isn’t. See a dentist the same day if the swelling comes with intense pain, pus, a foul taste, a pimple-like bump on the gum, or a tooth that feels loose. Head to the emergency room if swelling reaches your face or neck, you have trouble swallowing or breathing, or you have a fever along with the swelling.
What can I do at home to calm swollen gums?
Swish with warm salt water, about half a teaspoon of salt in 8 ounces of water, a few times a day. Brush gently with a soft toothbrush and floss around the area to clear out trapped debris. Holding a cold compress against the outside of your cheek can also take the edge off. These steps ease discomfort but don’t fix what’s causing it, so schedule a visit if the swelling lasts beyond a few days.
How do dentists treat swollen gums?
It depends on the cause. Options include a professional cleaning, a deep cleaning below the gumline for gum disease, treatment for an infected tooth or abscess, adjusting an appliance that’s rubbing, or managing a wisdom tooth that’s coming in poorly. If there’s an infection, antibiotics may be part of the plan, but they work alongside treating the source, not in place of it.
Can I be seen the same day for swollen gums at your S Loop West office?
Call us or book online to schedule your visit at our S Loop West office. We’ll take it from there.
