What is good for swollen and painful gums? Summary of popular solutions across the network in 10 days
Swelling and pain in the gums is a common oral problem, which may be caused by inflammation, dental caries, periodontitis or wisdom tooth inflammation. The relief methods and treatment suggestions that have been hotly discussed across the Internet recently are as follows, combined with the guidance of doctors and the actual testing experience of netizens, to provide you with a structured reference.
1. Discussion data on popular gum swelling and pain treatments within 10 days
| Treatment | Mention frequency (%) | Main applicable scenarios |
|---|---|---|
| Rinse with salt water | 68% | Mild inflammation, daily cleaning |
| Metronidazole tablets | 52% | Swelling and pain caused by bacterial infection |
| Apply ice | 45% | acute swelling analgesia |
| Butylin boron cream | 38% | Gingivitis, oral ulcers |
| Honeysuckle/Chrysanthemum tea | 33% | Swelling and pain caused by inflammation |
2. Professional solutions recommended by doctors
1.Drugs:-antibiotics(Such as Metronidazole): Suitable for bacterial infections, doctor’s advice is required. -NSAIDs(such as ibuprofen): Relieves pain and swelling. -topical medication: Butylin boron cream, oral spray (containing lidocaine).
2.physical therapy: - Apply ice (10 minutes each time, 1 hour apart). - Ultrasonic tooth cleaning (for inflammation caused by dental calculus).
3. Effective folk remedies tested by netizens (need to choose carefully)
| folk remedies | support rate | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| garlic patch | 27% | May irritate mucous membranes |
| Apply honey to the affected area | 19% | Short-term relief, use with caution for high blood sugar |
| Green tea bag cold compress | 22% | Tannic acid constricts blood vessels |
4. When do you need medical treatment?
It is recommended to seek medical attention immediately if the following conditions occur: - Swelling and pain persist for more than 3 days without relief. - With fever or facial swelling. - Pussy or visibly loose teeth.
5. Daily suggestions for preventing gum swelling and pain
1. Brush your teeth 2 times a day + floss. 2. Clean your teeth once every six months. 3. Eat less spicy, cold or hot food. 4. Stop smoking and limit alcohol consumption (tobacco aggravates periodontitis).
Note: The above data is compiled from the hot topics discussed in the past 10 days on Weibo, Zhihu, Xiaohongshu and other platforms. Individual differences are large. If you have serious symptoms, please seek medical treatment in time.
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