HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Swelling In Gum Along With Sharp Pain Under The Tooth?

I went through my entire day feeling a sharp pain under my inner tooth. When I finally check it, I saw my gum swell up to a black ball. It s extremely painful when I touch it. Please tell me what s the possible causes of this, and ways to make it go away. Thank you
Wed, 15 Apr 2015
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hi,

Welcome to Health Care Magic, Thanks for writing to us,

I am Dr.Ahmad Bilal, I have read your question, I understand your concern and will try to help you in the best possible way.


Swelling can most probably be due to inflammation of the tooth.

This inflammation then gives way to super added infections which are indeed notorious they worsen the gum swelling and they cause severe pain.

In this situation the best thing to do is to visit your dentist immediately and get a thorough check up.

He might want to do some investigation like:

1)CBC.

2) X.ray jaw

And then most probably you would be prescribed a few medicines :

If you were my patient,

These medicines will include:

1) Amoxicillin 500 mg to be used twice a day .

2) Tablet Brufen 400 mg twice a day.

A local anaesthetic like SOMOGEL can be used to relieve the pain and provide protection from further germs.

Till you get appointment with the dentist you can try following things.

1) An OTC anti inflammatory mouth wash.

2) Warm water gargles.

3) OTC mouth gel.

4) Tablet Brufen.

This will help you and will relieve your symptoms but you might need antibiotics for better cure.

I would suggest you to visit your dentist as soon as possible



....

I Hope this answers your question, if your have more queries feel free to ask,I will be pleased to alleviate your concerns.Wish you the best of health.



Regards,

Dr.Ahmad Bilal.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Swelling In Gum Along With Sharp Pain Under The Tooth?

Hi, Welcome to Health Care Magic, Thanks for writing to us, I am Dr.Ahmad Bilal, I have read your question, I understand your concern and will try to help you in the best possible way. Swelling can most probably be due to inflammation of the tooth. This inflammation then gives way to super added infections which are indeed notorious they worsen the gum swelling and they cause severe pain. In this situation the best thing to do is to visit your dentist immediately and get a thorough check up. He might want to do some investigation like: 1)CBC. 2) X.ray jaw And then most probably you would be prescribed a few medicines : If you were my patient, These medicines will include: 1) Amoxicillin 500 mg to be used twice a day . 2) Tablet Brufen 400 mg twice a day. A local anaesthetic like SOMOGEL can be used to relieve the pain and provide protection from further germs. Till you get appointment with the dentist you can try following things. 1) An OTC anti inflammatory mouth wash. 2) Warm water gargles. 3) OTC mouth gel. 4) Tablet Brufen. This will help you and will relieve your symptoms but you might need antibiotics for better cure. I would suggest you to visit your dentist as soon as possible .... I Hope this answers your question, if your have more queries feel free to ask,I will be pleased to alleviate your concerns.Wish you the best of health. Regards, Dr.Ahmad Bilal.