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Do you have red and swollen gums? Are you noticing them\nbleeding when you brush or floss your teeth? If so, this problem can quickly\nprogress, leaving your oral health in jeopardy. Gum disease is a serious issue,\nand if left untreated, you can face bone and tooth loss, as well as developing\nhealth-related conditions such as heart and respiratory disease, and even\nnegative cognitive brain function. To learn why you have swollen\ngums<\/a>, here are 4 reasons and how treatment can help you take back your oral\nhealth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Pregnancy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you become pregnant, your hormones are all over the\nplace. It doesn\u2019t matter if you\u2019re having a boy or girl, pregnancy can cause your\nbody to experience a wide range of changes, especially when it comes to your teeth\nand gums. As your hormone production increases the blood flow to your gums, you\ncan expect to see more bleeding, irritation, and swelling in this particular\nsoft tissue. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s important to stay on top of your oral hygiene routine.\nYour body will need that consistency because your hormonal changes will make it\nharder for your body to fight off any bacteria that develops in your mouth. If\nthis bacteria is allowed to grow around the gum line, there is an increased\nchance you\u2019ll develop gingivitis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gingivitis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Considered the early stage of gum disease, gingivitis occurs\nwhen bacteria and plaque form around the gum line and cause your gums to become\nirritated and swollen. You may even notice they are red and bleeding when you\nbrush and floss. If treated early, gingivitis can be reversed by practicing good\noral habits at home and receiving regular dental cleanings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, if left untreated, it can progress into periodontitis,\nwhich is a more advanced stage of gum disease that can cause bone and tooth\nloss. When plaque and tartar are beneath the gum line, it will create pockets\nthat allow bacteria to become trapped. This causes an infection, which can\nenter your bloodstream and lead to serious health conditions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you suspect you have gingivitis, make an appointment with\nyour dentist to have your teeth thoroughly cleaned, so you can stop tartar in\nits tracks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Infection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Apart from the infection that occurs as a result of gum\ndisease, there are other types of infection that can cause your gums to swell,\nincluding:<\/p>\n\n\n\n