Gum swelling around one tooth
Gum swelling can occur anywhere in your mouth. Your gums are strong fibrous muscle tissues that circulate blood, protect your jaw and teeth, and support the structures that allow you to speak and chew food. They should have a nice pale pink color. When they become inflamed, from infection or otherwise, there is usually a shading change to red, and there may be blood. Swelling can be localized, over one tooth or small area, or may gradually spread across a part of your mouth. Whatever is bothering you, you will want to seek assistance from your dentist and engage in an effective and healthy dental routine.
Hygiene
Failure to practice adequate dental hygiene can cause the gum around a single tooth to become inflamed. When you neglect your oral hygiene you leave areas of your mouth vulnerable to food decay and plaque buildup. The buildup becomes a happening hang out spot for harmful bacteria, which enters your gums and inflames the area. While this may cause a single tooth to hurt, or the gums around a single tooth to swell or bleed, there will certainly be more if you do not care for the area. Make sure you brush the area gently and massage the gum tissue with sift circular motions. Do not neglect it just because it is sensitive, but do not try to correct neglect by brushing or flossing harder. The routine is the key, and repeat attention is necessary. Your mouth is constantly engaging with things like food, air, bacteria, and your saliva. Paying attention to it throughout the day will help to protect it more than a cleaning every 6 months.
Gum disease
Gum disease is common, anywhere from 90% of Americans will experience it at some point in their lives. Gum disease occurs when foreign material enters your mouth and penetrates your gum line. It can cause inflammation and bleeding, or it can progress into more severe decay and tooth loss. There is some evidence gum infections can spread and cause inflammatory agents to react in other parts of your body. The best way to combat gum disease is to practice proper dental hygiene, but also seeing your dentist and hygienist regularly. Gum disease has causes that are not just related to hygiene, and more severe cases may require medicine or intervention.
Abscess in your tooth
You could have an abscess forming in the single tooth area, which is causing one portion of your gums to swell. An abscess forms when bacteria has formed and is occupying an open space, like an untreated cavity. An abscess will be very painful, and could cause a fever, swelling, and serious problems for your jawbone. If you suspect that your inflammation is related to an abscess and not a common gum disease issue, make an appointment with your Dentist right away. An abscess will not clear itself up with time and hygiene, the way most gum disease like gingivitis may.
Care for your teeth
We all know the rules; brush twice a day, floss, use mouthwash, and see your Dentist regularly. You will never regret taking time to care for your teeth and protect them. There is no downside to taking 5 minutes out of your day to protect a tool you use every time you smile.