Swelling of the flesh next to the tooth requires a visit to the hospital to check the cause of the swelling, which can be an abscess, periodontal inflammation or a gum tumor. Root canal, periodontal or surgical treatment is required depending on the situation.
1. Alveolar abscess. Swelling of the flesh next to the tooth may be due to caries with periapical inflammation, inflammation in the apical area from the periosteum to reach the submucosa caused by gingival swelling or even abscess, local redness and swelling can occur, usually root canal treatment to eliminate inflammation in the apical area of the swelling will disappear.
2. Periodontal inflammation. Long-term accumulation of tartar or other factors can cause periodontal inflammation, gum swelling and redness, can lead to loose teeth, the need for periodontal treatment, gingival cleaning subgingival scraping to remove local irritants.
3. Gingival tumor. Long-term use of toothpicks or by the endocrine factors may cause abnormal proliferation of the gums, the emergence of nodular tough gum tissue, depending on the situation, you can consider surgical excision or temporary observation.
The flesh next to the teeth is swollen, you need to go to the hospital to check the cause of the swelling, found that the problem is dealt with promptly.