How can you get inflamed gums to wear down?
404304
You have to do the work.  If you are not brushing properly and using a floss threader and flossing EVERYDAY then your gums will not heal.  Braces are even worse on teeth and gums as they get everything caught in them.  The bacteria and food debris just sits there on those brackets and wires, which in turn your body wants to fight off, hence you get swollen sore gums.  I know that trying to floss with a full-set of braces is a pain.  It is even for me when I have to floss one of my ortho patients, and I am a hygienist. I can't imagine having to do this at home. But you can do it.  You just have to make the time.  An electric toothbrush is a great thing for people with braces, it does not have to be an expensive one, the pulsar by oral-b is a great one and it costs about six dollars at walmart.  You have to take even better care of your mouth then the average person does when you have braces.  The only way to get all of the nasties out of your mouth is to brush, then floss, making sure to go under your wires by using super floss or a floss threader, taking care to wrap each side of the tooth like a "C" shape to clean each side of the tooth and under the gum-line, and then following by a vigorous swish with mouthwash or salt water.  The salt water is a great way to help heal the gums up and make them less sore.  Yes it tastes nasty, but it is a tried and true method.  Just try to remember that you will not have to wear braces forever, and once they are off you will have a great smile, as long as you do the work now.
675748
Chewing gum.  Studies have shown that cinnamon flavored gum helps fight bad breath the most because of something in the cinnamon.
611674
Parsley- that's the best thing beside brushing and mouthwash. I've heard some people say chewing a piece of paper napkin works, but I've never tried it. I like Freshmint gum by Trident.
903066
well first you should change your dentist!\n\nbuy a soft bristle toothbrush and just brush your teeth gently\n\nlisterine is good but can be a bit harsh for some people if their gums are sensitive.\n\ncolgate is a milder one\n\nmake sure you brush your teeth and mouthrinse a least twice a day and after eating.\n\ndont poke your teeth about with toothpicks etc \n\nive had this before and its worrying but if your dentist hasnt put your mind at rest then find a new one
901499
I read in an article that if you have bleeding gums that is the first sign of gingivitis and that tenderness of the gums can be caused by not flossing enough. Even if your gums do bleed, you need to floss everyday and brush well and then the bleeding should stop soon.
1037997
I used to freeze fruit juice and then rub it on my gums after my app. sometimes it would help with the swelling too. if you don't want that, just buy some popsicles. enjoy and i feel your pain and hope all is well with you!
949679
It is sometimes gingivitis. Buy some mouthwash with hydrogen peroxide and gargle as per directions.\nHave you seen your dentist about this?
5690
I have TMJ, and the only thing that has really helped is avoidance of extra chewy things.  "Exercise" just makes it hurt.  My dentist said that for most people there is really very little that can be done for TMJ, and the best thing is to aovid things that enflame it.  Wish I had something better to tell you. ;)
1010086
It sounds like you need to look at getting a new set of dentures. Your gums continue to shrink and change shape and you need to get your dentures refitted every few years.\n\nUntil you can get them fixed up you could use an ibuprofen based pain killer. However you shouldn't use these for very long as they can cause damage.\n\nAlso try rubbing baby's teething gel onto your gums to numb the area.
151774
see a dentist is a really good answer, they can usually fit you in on short notice,, x-rays and exams are not too expensive,,,,try switching to colgate it is really good for gingivitus and plaque,,, \n\n i used to always have bleeding gums switched to electric (fancy) toothbrush and colgated and bleeding gums went away,,, last check up had a dentist comment on how well my teeth were taken care of,,, (real shocker coming from someone who would make more money by saying i had lots of problems) needless to say bleeding gums gone been checked up and bad breath left also,,,, hmmm
181934
Put KEROSIN on the area of the gum and do your best to get it out.\nI have tried it out and it works,you can then wash the cloth with water and the smell will go and wash as usual.
274319
well do u brush your teeth the right way? if not, use a soft toothbrush and put the brush on the top of your gums and brush down and do the same for the bottom but instead brush up. try using crest whitening tooth paste, & crest whitestrips for 2 weeks. DON'T SMOKE,DRINK TEA,COFFEE OR ANYTHING THAT WILL STAIN YOUR TEETH. and just keep up the good oral habits good luck :) u dnt want to use the strips for 2 months they make your teeth sensitive!
885557
decaying gums?do u mean like sick gums,inflamed ones?is it so red and bleeding?sugar and coffee has nothig 2 do with ur gums,u just have 2 clean it so good after each meal because if u leave residues bacteria will accumulate and infect ur gum,hormonal problems might cause swollen gums,oedematous,specify what kind of hormonal problems and what kind of treatment ur takin!
553092
nip to the chemist and get some Oil Of Clove and some cotton buds. Rub some on the gum and tooth with the cotton bud. Then try not to touch it for a while. Some uber strength pain killers before hand will help you get through. I have managed two days like this before. Good luck mate.
1078076
Try rinsing your mouth out with salt water.  Add just a pinch of salt to a small glass of water and swirl around your mouth.  This will help reduce the inflammation and wash away any bacteria and help it heal faster.  I've done this after I've burned my tongue on a hot drink and it does work.
208854
Use an ice cube. It will make the gum hard,  it should come off with a little work. Kinda like with wax. I hope it does.
632532
Gum disease or periodontal disease is caused by specific bacteria.  This bacteria along with food debris that has not been removed from the teeth produce an acid that eats away at the bone that supports the teeth.  As your gum tissue pulls away from the teeth this produces a pocket in which food and bacteria become lodged.  As the pocket deepens it becomes harder to remove the plaque and bacteria which in turn eats the bone away more and more.  Pretty soon, if left untreated, the teeth become loose and fall out.  There is no cure for gum disease.  Once the bone has been eaten away, it will never naturally come back.  The best prevention is proper home care.  You must brush and floss everyday.  With flossing you have to do it everyday, not twice or three times a week but everyday.  You have to remove the plaque and bacteria every 24 hours before it can turn into the acid which is so destructive.  There are several treatments for periodontal disease.  Scaling and root planing, flap surgery, and bone grafting.  You can find out more information about periodontal disease by visiting the American Academy of Periodontology's website.