Gums swollen a lump of flesh, may be periodontal abscess, chronic apical periodontitis and gingival tumor, are not recommended to puncture, need to go to the regular hospital, to be symptomatic periodontal sequence treatment, root canal treatment, surgical treatment.
1. Periodontal abscess: often occurs in patients with periodontal disease, mainly manifested as teeth buccal or lingual side of the gums of a large area of swelling. If the abscess has been formed, it can be incised and drained; if it has not been formed, anti-inflammatory treatment is needed in the acute stage, with subsequent periodontal sequence treatment.
2. Chronic apical periodontitis: often due to dental caries leading to the formation of apical inflammation of the fistula, often in the form of a protruding granulation. Root canal treatment is needed to remove the inflammation to eliminate the fistula.
3. Gingival tumor: mainly due to poor oral hygiene, under the action of drugs or hormones, resulting in gingival hyperplasia, the formation of a swelling with or without tips. Basic periodontal treatment is recommended, and surgical treatment is required if the swelling does not subside.
Many diseases can lead to gum swelling, it is recommended to go to the regular hospital stomatology department, by the physician examination after a clear diagnosis, and symptomatic treatment.