Sore Gums

Somebody has said very right, ‘A Smile can win half battle’. When you meet people, you know and just welcome them with your pleasant smile you notice that even the people meet you in the same manner forgetting their tensions or worries of the life. Your most of the work is done mere by a simple and beautiful smile. So, we can say that a beautiful smile, clean teeth and fresh breath are very important assets of our life, isn’t it? But what if you are suffering from gum diseases…

Sore gums, a gum disease can occur at any age and at any time. It is usually observed that people above 40 gets this disease. But ignorance or carelessness for your teeth and gums can cause sore gums for you at any moment. It is a stable and painless disease. But if it is untreated then unfortunately it will destroy gums and bones around your teeth and may lead to falling of teeth.

What are Sore Gums?
Sore gums are actually gum disease with two main stages, gingivitis and periodontitis.

Gingivitis: - It is an inflammation of the gums caused by bacteria in plaque. Its symptoms show redness and swelling of gums. It also bleeds while brushing. Bleeding is the normal and predictable symptom of gingivitis. When we get up in the morning we get a sticky feeling on our teeth, it is the plaque. A bacteria form a thin layer of plaque continuously on the tooth surfaces. It has to be removed everyday otherwise it ultimately gets harden into tartar or in other words calculus. Then it can be treated by your dentist only.

Gingivitis can also occur in sensitive form commonly known as ‘Vincent’s Infection’. It is extremely painful ulcer at the gum edge. It occurs due to poor oral hygiene, smoking, stress, poor eating habits, etc.

Periodontitis: - If underestimated, gingivitis can develop into periodontitis. Bacteria in tartar produce a wastes product that creates toxins and volatile sulphur compounds. These waste products destroy the bone and gums around the teeth. Slowly they form space between the gums and the teeth, known as periodontal pocket. Volatile sulphur compounds leads to the cause of bad breath. Usually the pockets are formed of 3 mm inside the gums. If it is untreated well in time then it slowly grows deeper and deeper up to 6mm and more causing harm to the roots of the teeth thus leading to tooth loss.

Treatment for Sore Gums
1.You should clean your teeth daily every after a meal with proper ways of brushing and flossing. This helps you to take care of the cavities between the teeth and the gums.
2.Use soft toothbrush and rinse it well after use and store it in a dry place with proper covering on it.
3.Avoid any such kind of mouthwashes that contains alcohol or toxic liquid.
4.Eat the food at normal or room temperature. Avoid eating too cold or too hot food.
5.Drink plenty of liquids and water.
6.If you still get the symptoms of sore gums then consult your doctor for getting any liquid or gel to apply on the gums.
7.Eat soft and well cooked, tender food. Avoid spicy and salty food.
8.Wash your mouth with water to avoid bacterial inflammation after having food. Washing also removes the bacteria and promotes healing of sore gums.
9.Get regular checkups and cleaning from your dentists.
10.Gingivitis is curable and can be cured with proper diagnosis from dentists. They use many medical instruments to clean your teeth and remove the tartar in advanced condition.
11.In the case of periodontitis, if the depth is about 5 mm then consult your doctor who may suggest non surgical treatment involving special scaling of your teeth. This helps in reducing the depth.