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Swollen Gums

Swollen gums are a condition when the gums protrude, are red, painful, and bleed easily. This condition generally occurs due to disease in the teeth or gums.

-Here are some conditions that can     cause swollen gums

Inflammation of the gums due to the buildup of dental plaque
Bacterial, viral or fungal infection
Lack of B vitamins
Vitamin C deficiency (scurvy)
Incompatibility of toothpaste or mouthwash
Food left between the teeth and gums

-There are several conditions that can increase a person's risk of experiencing swollen gums, namely

Smoking or chewing tobacco
Consuming alcoholic beverages
Have diabetes
Is pregnant
Using dentures or braces that don't fit
Have damaged tooth fillings
Lack of oral hygiene
Taking certain medications, such as birth control pills, corticosteroids, or anticonvulsants
Have a weak immune system, for example due to suffering from HIV/AIDS or cancer
Take care of your health, starting from taking care of your teeth and mouth. Because the mouth is the main place for entering food into the body, if the mouth has problems, it will affect the health of other bodies.