What causes swollen gums in babies (and what to do)

What causes swollen gums in babies (and what to do)

Swollen gums in babies are normally a sign that their first teeth are being born and, therefore, parents can observe this swelling between the baby’s 4th and 9th month, although there are babies who complete 1 year of life and who do not present any birth symptom. This happens because each child has their own […]

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Swollen gums: what it could be (and what to do)

Swollen gums: what it could be (and what to do)

Swollen gums can be caused by situations such as gingivitis, wisdom teeth, tooth abscess and poor oral hygiene. Other symptoms that may also accompany swollen gums are bad breath, redness and bleeding gums, fever and loosening of the teeth. Furthermore, swollen gums can also appear in babies, being caused by the birth of the first […]

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Inflamed gums: 9 main causes (and what to do)

Inflamed gums: 9 main causes (and what to do)

Inflamed gums, also called gingivitis, usually occur as a result of the accumulation of bacterial plaque due to poor oral hygiene or are caused by untreated diabetes, poor nutrition, a weakened immune system or the use of dental braces. In addition to gum inflammation, it is also common for symptoms such as redness, pain and, […]

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