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Why do I have swollen gums and how can I prevent them?

Early detection and proper treatment of swollen gums can keep a developing problem from getting any worse. If caught in the early stages, before it can advance into more dangerous types of periodontal disease, treatment is not only possible, but very likely.


The most common cause of swollen gums is infection of the “gingiva”, caused by plaque, which is a thin covering of food and bacteria on the tooth surface. The bacterial content of this plaque triggers a response from the gingiva. The swelling is caused by accumulation of white blood cells and fluids, which in turn counteracts the action of the bacteria.


What are the symptoms of Swollen Gums?

Pain may or may not be present. If the swelling is due to infection then, the initial stage is characterized by the presence of bright red gingiva.


As the infection progresses the color of the gingiva changes from red to bluish red to deep blue. The gingiva becomes soft and spongy; rarely it may become thickened due to formation of scar tissue.


Bleeding of the gingiva is another common symptom in the advanced stages of swollen gums and periodontal disease. Exposure of the root of the teeth due to the downward movement of the gingiva can also make a smile cosmetically unacceptable.


Like many others, I eventually sought a treatment for my problem, and after several false starts, I discovered the HydroFloss System from Therabreath. To learn more about how this product is the best preventative for swollen gums on the market, click here.

Treat your swollen gums to the HydroFloss Oral Water Pik




If this isn't quite what you're looking for, another treatment option is the PerioTherapy system, also from Therabreath.


The PerioTherapy System was designed for those who are looking for a treatment system for swollen gums during the early stages of the problem, whether they have bad breath or not. There is a strong relationship between gum disease and bad breath, because volatile sulfur compounds (found in bad breath) are needed to initiate the penetration of dangerous toxins below the gum line to start periodontal disease. This new research corroborates our work in finding a non-surgical treatment for periodontal disease.


The PerioTherapy System Starter Kit consists of our PerioTherapy Oral Rinse (16 oz. bottle) and PerioGel, (its 4 oz. toothpaste), a handy syringe to help with application, and a tongue cleaner. It's priced at only $29.95.


Click here to learn more about treating your bleeding gums
with the PerioTherapy System by Therabreath




If you want to learn more about the treatment mentioned above, here's an article that will provide additional information on how you can also put a stop to your bad breath, while working on your gum issues.


Meanwhile, this free eBook is a fantastic resource that covers all aspects of bad breath, including it's relationship to periodontal disease.