Signs of swollen gums
Swollen gums are defined as enlarged, swollen, or puffy gums. It is usually obvious when you are suffering from swollen gums, as they will be abnormally large, bulging, or protruding around the teeth.
The fact that swollen gums present you with a visible symptom makes it rather easy to perform a self-diagnosis. There is usually not much pain associated with swollen gums, so if you are experiencing discomfort from them you should consult with your dentist or doctor immediately.
| • Swollen gums | • Sores in the mouth |
| • Inflamed gums | • Bright red or purple gums |
| • Receding gums that make your teeth look longer | • Trench mouth (thrush) |
| • Spaces developing between teeth | • Loose teeth |
| • Persistent bad taste | • Pus between the teeth and gum line (pyorrhea) |
| • Chronic bad breath (halitosis) | • Change in the way teeth fit together when you bite |
| • Tender gums when touched |
If you have any of the above signs, you could be significantly farther down the path of serious periodontitis than you think, and close to the potential of loss of your teeth.