Swollen gums will heal in a few days, depending on the cause, and may or may not heal on its own.
1. If the swelling of the gums is caused by trauma, it may heal in about 3 to 7 days, and basically will not have a major impact on the individual’s health. If the swelling is caused by disease, such as gingivitis, periodontitis, periapical periodontitis, pulpitis and other diseases may cause stimulation of the gum tissue, resulting in swelling of the gums, which is generally not self-healing.
2. If the gingival swelling is more serious, you need to consult a doctor in time to determine the cause of the treatment, if there is a gingivitis can be used under the guidance of the doctor amoxicillin, cefixime and other antibiotic drugs to relieve inflammation and eliminate swelling. In case of apical periodontitis, pulpitis and other diseases may require root canal treatment to eliminate swelling.
It is recommended to go to the hospital in time for examination and treatment, the use of drugs need to follow the doctor’s instructions.