Home remedies for gum infection and swelling

Salt-water rinsing, careful cleaning, and pain relief can support comfort, but gum swelling may require professional treatment to remove infection.

Gum infection is inflammation caused by plaque bacteria, with deeper infection sometimes forming a periodontal or dental abscess.

Rinse with warm salt water, brush softly, clean between teeth gently, and avoid smoking. Do not pop a swelling or use leftover antibiotics.

Arrange prompt care for pus, facial swelling, fever, worsening pain, or a loose tooth. Breathing or swallowing difficulty needs emergency care.

Ask whether the problem is gingivitis, periodontitis, or an abscess, and whether cleaning, drainage, filling, or root canal treatment is indicated.