What should I do if my gums shrink and become swollen and painful?

Gum atrophy and swelling is a common phenomenon in daily life. It is caused by many reasons, such as long-term failure to clean teeth leading to bacterial growth, which is one of the many causes. So what should you do when your gums shrink and become swollen and painful? In fact, you can use ginger to relieve pain, and the method is very simple.

1. What to do if gum atrophy and pain occur

There are many reasons for pathological gingival recession. For example, if we don’t clean our teeth for a long time, bacteria will grow. This is why gum recession occurs. This is also quite common. Another reason is that the toothbrushes we use are not of qualified production and the method we use when brushing our teeth is incorrect. This causes damage to our gums when we brush our teeth.

Common symptoms include allergic reactions to food that is too cold or too hot. Some patients may find that their dental bones are exposed. Then the middle of each tooth is sparse. Generally, if the symptoms are mild, there is no need for quality control. If the symptoms are severe, you should go to the hospital for treatment.

It is suggested that we should develop a good habit of brushing teeth. Keep our teeth clean. Does not breed any bacteria. When brushing your teeth, you should use a toothbrush with softer bristles. Don't brush too hard to avoid damaging your gums. If patients with gum recession experience pain, they can take some painkillers.

We can try using ginger to relieve pain. The specific method is to cut a small piece of ginger and hold it in the painful area. You can hold it in your mouth repeatedly because certain substances in ginger can kill bacteria in the mouth and have an anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect. You can also hold it in your mouth when you sleep at night.

You can use Sichuan pepper to relieve pain. The specific method is to put 1-2 peppercorns into the affected area and bite the peppercorns firmly with your teeth. Generally, the toothache will stop after half a minute. I used this method to treat my frequent toothaches. It is simple, practical, and easy to operate. Sichuan peppercorns can generally be found in our kitchen.

Finally, develop good oral hygiene habits. You should choose toothpaste and toothbrush that comply with the recommendations of the National Dental Prevention Organization. Brush your teeth 2-3 times a day, and once before going to bed at night is essential. When you don't have time or it is inconvenient to brush your teeth, you can rinse your mouth instead. In some special occasions, you can rinse your mouth with soup or tea to keep your mouth clean.

2. Precautions for gingival recession

It is not advisable to take too much painkillers at one time. It's best to get your doctor's advice. Do not take painkillers for a long time to avoid side effects. The most important thing is to brush your teeth every day to maintain oral hygiene.

You should eat more foods rich in vitamin C on a daily basis. Pay attention to your diet and avoid eating sweets or other sugary foods before going to bed. Rinse your mouth with salt water regularly because it can kill bacteria in the mouth.

Usually, be careful not to eat hard foods to avoid causing deeper damage to your teeth. Eat less sour, cold, or hot foods, as these will make your toothache worse. It is suitable to eat more foods that clear stomach fire and liver fire.