If you are experiencing gum inflammation and swelling around just one tooth, there are a few home remedy tips that can help to alleviate that swelling and discomfort. It is important to make sure that the tooth and surrounding gums are clean, so start by flossing and brushing the area to remove any plaque or food particles, and then rinse with salt water to remove any remaining bacteria. If there is significant discomfort or pain developing in the swollen gums, you can try applying warm and cold compresses to both reduce pain and reduce swelling. Drinking plenty of water will also help to keep the swelling down as it w to stimulate saliva production. Activities that involve consuming alcohol or tobacco (including rinsing with mouthwash) should be avoided until the tooth has healed entirely to prevent further irritation to the gums.

There are a few different reasons to explain why you may have developed inflammation in the gums surrounding just one tooth, the most common being poor dental hygiene. However, the teeth can become infected, develop periodontal disease, or even develop a dental abscess. Indications of swelling caused by poor dental hygiene include redness in the gums, loose teeth, bleeding when flossing or brushing the teeth, and bad breath. Periodontal disease is a gum disease, so it is identified by receding gum lines, loose teeth, a change in the bite, and pus development between the teeth. An abscess is typically more painful, often feeling like a throbbing or pounding in the affected area that often radiates throughout the head and neck. Severe cases of a dental abscess can lead to fevers, a sore throat, difficulty opening the mouth, and discomfort while swallowing.

If the swelling is caused by poor dental hygiene, it can go away with the implementation of healthier dental hygiene habits, eliminating the need to visit a medical professional. However, if the swelling does not diminish after these changes, it is important to seek attention from a dental professional to ensure that the swelling does not develop into an infection or cause other problems. Swelling due to gum disease can be easily ameliorated with a trip to the dentist to receive a deep cleaning and proper advice for your dental habits. If caused by an abscess or infection, you should have the swelling addressed by a dental professional right away to ensure that the infection does not worsen or spread.

It can be tricky to differentiate between the options for causes of gum swelling, so it is important to be aware of some of the associated symptoms. Some of these symptoms include experiencing pain while chewing, tooth sensitivity, receding gums, bleeding developing around the affected gums, pus development in the mouth, bad breath, and differences in bite patterns due to a change in how the teeth fit together. If the infection develops, it can cause tenderness in the area and visible redness in the surrounding gums. Severe cases could lead to the development of fevers and start to affect your overall health. Infections can lead to abscesses, which are pockets of pus that can cause painful swelling and discharge. Infections in the teeth or gums can end up being severe if left untreated and are very uncomfortable, so it is highly recommended that you seek professional dental attention promptly if suffering from any of these symptoms.
 
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