What causes itchy and swollen gums?
Disease description:
My teeth are so itchy I can't stand it—I just want to pick at them. What causes itchy and swollen gums?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Liwen
Gum itching and swelling are usually caused by inflammation or frequent consumption of spicy foods. If the gums are inflamed and the cementoenamel junction does not migrate toward the root, this may indicate gingivitis. Redness of the gums along with apical migration of the cementoenamel junction suggests that periodontal disease has progressed to a certain extent. Whether it is gingivitis or periodontal disease, treatment should be provided by the dental department at a正规 hospital.
