Posted by Complete Dental Health on Jan 17 2021, 10:24 PM
Do you think having a healthy and beautiful smile depends on teeth only? If your answer is yes, you are wrong. Along with teeth, the gums are also an important component in giving you a beautiful smile. Gums are the framework of a smile, and they hold and protect the roots of the teeth. Therefore, if the gum tissues are damaged, diseased, or receding, it can undermine your overall smile's health and appearance. One common problem associated with gums that can lead to many other issues is sensitivity in gums.
Gum sensitivity or soreness can be mild or severe; some might feel this as just a minor annoyance. But sore gums can be a sign of an underlying serious problem too.
The symptoms of sensitive gums can be any of the following:
Several reasons can cause gums' sensitivity; some are easily treatable at home, while others require professional assistance. The main reasons that contribute to gum sensitivity are:
Treatment for gum sensitivity depends on the underlying cause of the condition. In some cases, you can treat gum sensitivity at home. Other times, you will need to see your dentist.
If soreness or sensitivity doesn't improve but worsen, seek a dentist's help as this could be a sign of an infection or gum disease. If the reason behind your gum sensitivity is gum disease, you'll need a deep-cleaning dental procedure to remove plaque and tartar and reverse the sensitivity. Sometimes, sensitivity or bleeding that lasts long can be the symptoms of an autoimmune disease, leukemia, or a blood disorder. Your doctor may suggest blood tests and imaging tests to determine the underlying condition and treat it accordingly.
Do you have gum sensitivity and think you need professional help? Call us or schedule an appointment with us online.
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