Swelling and pain in the oral cavity

Swelling and pain in the lining of the mouth may be caused by oral ulcers, or it may be caused by gingivitis and periodontitis. If the pain is more obvious, you need to take relevant medications for treatment according to the doctor's instructions and pay attention to oral cleanliness and hygiene.

1. Oral ulcers: Oral ulcers may be caused by nutritional deficiencies or frequent eating of hard foods that irritate the mouth. It will cause irritation to the tongue, lips and inner wall of the mouth, resulting in redness, swelling or obvious pain. You can choose to use lidocaine gel topically to improve the pain symptoms. You can also use oral ulcer powder or Bingpeng powder to promote the healing of the ulcer surface.

2. Gingivitis: Gingivitis is a common oral disease, mostly caused by improper brushing or frequent biting of heavy objects, which can cause bleeding or painful gums, pain in the inner wall of the mouth, and even bad breath. You can follow the doctor's instructions to choose chlorhexidine or metronidazole for treatment;

3. Periodontitis: Periodontitis is a chronic inflammatory disease that occurs in the periodontal tissues. Most of the time, it is caused by bacteria in dental plaque invading the periodontal tissues. It can cause the inner wall of the mouth to be affected, manifested as red and swollen gums or pus discharge from the periodontal zone, accompanied by symptoms of loose teeth, and can also induce swelling and pain in the inner wall of the mouth. Treatment options include nitroimidazole, such as metronidazole or tinidazole. Develop a good habit of brushing your teeth in the morning and evening, and avoid eating irritating foods.