How many days does it usually take for swollen gums to heal?
May 12, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Liwen
Introduction
Swollen gums generally refer to gingival swelling and pain. The recovery time for swollen and painful gums varies depending on the specific condition—it may take about one week, or possibly two to three weeks. Gum swelling is a common oral problem, usually caused by bacterial infection, trauma, or oral diseases. If conditions such as gingivitis or periodontitis are present, timely local irrigation and systemic treatments such as antibacterial therapy should be administered.
Gum swelling generally refers to swollen and painful gums. The time it takes for gum pain and swelling to resolve depends on the specific circumstances—it may take about one week, or as long as two to three weeks. Details are as follows:
1. Around one week
Gum swelling is a common oral problem, usually caused by bacterial infection, trauma, or oral diseases. If the condition is due to gingivitis or periodontitis, timely local irrigation and systemic antibiotic treatment can typically bring inflammation under control within about one week, significantly relieving pain.
2. Two to three weeks
If the infection is severe and leads to space infections in the jaw and face or abscess formation, symptoms may require two to three weeks to improve. When an abscess forms, early incision and drainage should be performed to remove pus and promote recovery.
It is important to note that patients with swollen and painful gums should maintain proper brushing twice daily—morning and night—to thoroughly remove dental plaque. It is recommended to use a toothbrush with soft bristles. Rinsing with normal saline after meals is also advised. Regarding diet, avoid excessively cold, hot, sour, hard, or spicy and irritating foods to prevent aggravating local inflammation.
