How to treat severe gingivitis?

Written by Fang Xiao
Dentistry
Updated on October 23, 2024
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Gingivitis is relatively common in daily life, mainly due to poor oral hygiene, dental calculus, plaque, food residues, and soft tartar, which irritate the gums, causing redness, swelling, and bleeding of the gums. If severe, it can lead to gum recession, absorption of the alveolar bone, and loosening or loss of teeth. For severe gingivitis, initial treatment involves supragingival cleaning followed by subgingival scaling and root planing. If individual teeth continue to experience recurring swelling and pain after scaling, surgical treatment such as gingival flap surgery may be performed. This involves cutting open the gums to thoroughly remove calculus, plaque, food residues, and soft tartar, which can subsequently improve tooth mobility. In cases where teeth cannot be preserved and need to be extracted, severe gingivitis can also lead to the formation of gum abscesses. In such cases, oral cephalexin can be taken, and using a compound chlorhexidine mouthwash can help alleviate the condition and reduce pain.

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If gingivitis becomes severe, to what extent will it reach?

When gingivitis occurs, if the inflammation is not controlled in time, severe cases may lead to purulent infections. Also, long-term chronic inflammation can cause the gingival tissue to shrink. As it progresses, this shrinkage may no longer adequately cover the roots of the teeth, leading to loose teeth, and in more severe cases, tooth loss. Therefore, when patients have gingivitis, they can undergo timely treatment, taking anti-inflammatory drugs orally for treatment. Additionally, diet and lifestyle are also important. It is vital to develop correct oral hygiene habits, avoid spicy and irritating foods, and eat more light foods rich in vitamins and vegetables to aid the nutritional repair of soft tissues.

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Should gingivitis be treated with hot compresses or cold compresses?

When patients experience gingivitis, this condition is generally related to inflammation within the body, a prolonged habit of poor diet leading to decreased immune function, resulting in inflammation of the gums. When gingivitis occurs, since it involves inflammation, it is generally recommended to apply cold compresses to relieve the pain somewhat; one should definitely not apply hot compresses as they might increase the local inflammation. It is advised that patients undergo appropriate medical treatment. They can take some anti-inflammatory drugs orally, such as Metronidazole or Tinidazole, or a combination with antibiotic anti-inflammatory drugs. If the pain is severe, one can also use antipyretic analgesics to alleviate local tooth pain. Most importantly, patients should develop good dietary and lifestyle habits.

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What to soak and drink for gingivitis?

If the patient has gingivitis caused by excessive internal heat, it is appropriate to soak some honeysuckle or drink chrysanthemum tea. However, using only these herbal teas for the treatment of gingivitis will not be very effective. It is recommended that patients address the underlying causes of their gingivitis, whether it be dental caries or pulpitis that is causing the gum inflammation. It is advised that patients seek treatment in a hospital under the guidance of a professional doctor. Taking anti-inflammatory drugs or pain relievers as appropriate can be very effective in reducing inflammation. Additionally, using traditional Chinese medicine to clear heat and detoxify can also help reduce inflammation and internal heat. Patients should focus on a bland diet and avoid spicy and irritating foods. Maintaining a regular diet and lifestyle and developing good habits are also recommended. (Medication should be used under the guidance of a professional doctor.)

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How to treat severe gingivitis?

Gingivitis is relatively common in daily life, mainly due to poor oral hygiene, dental calculus, plaque, food residues, and soft tartar, which irritate the gums, causing redness, swelling, and bleeding of the gums. If severe, it can lead to gum recession, absorption of the alveolar bone, and loosening or loss of teeth. For severe gingivitis, initial treatment involves supragingival cleaning followed by subgingival scaling and root planing. If individual teeth continue to experience recurring swelling and pain after scaling, surgical treatment such as gingival flap surgery may be performed. This involves cutting open the gums to thoroughly remove calculus, plaque, food residues, and soft tartar, which can subsequently improve tooth mobility. In cases where teeth cannot be preserved and need to be extracted, severe gingivitis can also lead to the formation of gum abscesses. In such cases, oral cephalexin can be taken, and using a compound chlorhexidine mouthwash can help alleviate the condition and reduce pain.

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Is it effective to have an IV drip for gingivitis?

Gingivitis is caused by irritants or poor oral hygiene habits. If medication is administered via intravenous infusion, it affects the whole body and can cause significant side effects, reducing its effectiveness on the targeted area. Generally, the results are not very noticeable, so it is not very effective. Therefore, it is recommended that patients visit a regular dental hospital for a diagnosis to determine the cause. If gingivitis is present, dental cleaning can be carried out to remove irritants from the surface of the teeth to prevent the progression of inflammation, which can lead to loosening or even loss of teeth. If the pain caused by gingivitis is severe, it may be appropriate to use oral sprays, such as sprays for oral inflammation, which can provide effective local anti-inflammatory effects.