What medicine should I use for red and swollen gums?
Recently, gum health has become one of the hot topics on the Internet, with many netizens asking about ways to deal with red and swollen gums. This article will combine the hot discussions and medical advice from the entire Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with structured solutions.
1. Common causes of red and swollen gums

| Reason type | Specific performance | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| plaque buildup | Insufficient oral hygiene leads to bacterial growth | 42% |
| Hormone changes | Triggered by hormone fluctuations during pregnancy/puberty | 18% |
| vitamin deficiency | Insufficient vitamin C causes fragile gums | 15% |
| systemic disease | Complications of chronic diseases such as diabetes | 10% |
| other factors | Smoking, drug side effects, etc. | 15% |
2. Recommend drug treatment plan
| drug type | Representative medicine | Usage | Effective time | Things to note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| anti-inflammatory rinse | Compound chlorhexidine rinse | Rinse 3-4 times a day | 2-3 days | avoid swallowing |
| antibiotic gel | Metronidazole oral patch | Apply locally to the affected area | 1-2 days | Pregnant women should use with caution |
| Chinese patent medicine preparations | Bingbo powder | Apply powder to affected area | 3-5 days | Use with caution if you have allergies |
| pain medication | Ibuprofen extended release capsules | Oral | 30 minutes | Take after meals |
3. Complementary therapies that are hotly discussed on the Internet
According to the analysis of social platform data in the past 10 days, the following natural treatments are the most discussed:
| method | Discussion popularity | effectiveness score |
|---|---|---|
| Rinse with salt water | 85% | ★★★☆☆ |
| honey smear | 62% | ★★☆☆☆ |
| tea tree essential oil | 78% | ★★★★☆ |
| aloe vera gel compress | 55% | ★★★☆☆ |
4. Professional doctor’s advice
1.three day rule: If there is no improvement after 3 days of self-medication, seek medical attention immediately
2.Double cleansing: Toothbrush+dental floss works better when used together
3.Nutritional supplements: Recommended daily intake of vitamin C is more than 100mg
4.Regular inspection: Professional teeth cleaning once every six months
5. Medication precautions
| risky behavior | possible consequences | Precautions |
|---|---|---|
| long term use of antibiotics | Oral flora imbalance | The course of treatment does not exceed 7 days |
| Mixing multiple medications | drug interactions | Use every 2 hours |
| Ignore allergic reactions | Increased mucosal damage | First small trial |
6. Recent hot topics
1. Comparison of the effect of electric toothbrushes on improving gum redness and swelling
2. Market feedback on new bioenzyme toothpaste
3. Research on the association between gingivitis and cardiovascular disease
4. Chinese medicine acupoint massage to relieve gum swelling and pain
Warm reminder: The drugs described in this article need to be used under the guidance of a physician. Individual differences may lead to different efficacy. If symptoms persist or are accompanied by bleeding, suppuration, etc., please go to the dental department of a regular hospital for treatment in a timely manner.
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