Inflamed gingiva treatment
Inflamed gingiva usually improves when plaque and calculus are removed and daily cleaning is corrected.
What is the direct answer?
Inflamed gingiva usually improves when plaque and calculus are removed and daily cleaning is corrected.
What could it mean?
Treatment combines professional removal of calculus with gentle home cleaning and attention to contributing factors.
What can you do next?
Inflammatory cells make gingiva red, swollen, tender, or prone to bleeding around plaque and other irritants.
When should you seek care?
Use a soft brush and fluoride toothpaste, clean between teeth, and attend scaling when calculus is present.
Questions to ask the dentist
Book care for persistent inflammation, recession, pus, pain, or mobility, and seek prompt help for fever with swelling.
FAQ
Ask whether the problem is gingivitis or periodontitis and which cleaning tools fit your mouth.
Frequently asked questions
What should I do first?
Start with the practical steps described above and arrange an assessment if symptoms persist.
When is an examination needed?
Arrange an examination when the problem is persistent, worsening, painful, or affecting eating, speech, or daily cleaning.