How to Treat Gum Pain
If you are feeling pain in your gum, there are certain. Try these simple home remedies for achy gums:
- Rinse your mouth with warm salt water.
- Use only toothbrushes with soft or extra-soft bristles.
- Take over-the-counter (OTC) painkillers, such as acetaminophen as the label saysYou can try out other over-the-counter products such as:
- Mouthwashes that contain hydrogen peroxide
- Gels that you apply directly to the sore gums
If you feel pain in your gum and you have a white coating on your cheeks or tongue, it could mean you have an infection known as thrush, which is a type of yeast infection. Doctors also recommend eating yogurt with live cultures. It is important to see a dentist if the white coating does not clear up after treatment.
Other home remedies for gum pain include
- You should avoid eating citrus fruit if you have sore gums.
- Gargling salt water: Mixing a teaspoon of salt with 8 ounces of warm water can help reduce soreness.
- Clove oil: Applying clove oil to gums can reduce pain and swelling.
- Stay away from foods that can irritate or scratch the gums as they are healing. Examples of foods to stay away from include spicy foods, and acidic foods. You can take vitamin mineral supplements to reduce gum pain.
Gum pain can occur due to various factors. Let’s take a look at 10 factors that may be responsible for gum pain.