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Why My Kid Is Having Swollen Gums And Glossy Eyes?

I have a 3 year old daughter who has in the last day developed swollen gums, has glossy eyes - 1 more than the other, but no fever. She has not slept well the last 3 nights and is very tired. She is very well manicured - teeth are in very good health, brushed twice daily and flossed every night. She eats very well balanced diet and eats good. Any help?
Mon, 26 May 2014
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Usually it is said and believed that gingivitis(inflammation of gums) is a disease of adults. But current idiology is changing day by day. The oral bacteria do not discriminate between age and tooth type. In this case it may be due to any type of infection. Genetics may also be a factor here i.e. if any of the family member is suffering from the periodontal disease, there is increased chances of developing gingival (gum) problem in children. So extra precautions should be taken regarding oral hygiene and frequent visit to dentist. Provide extra care to the child by brushng properly using extra soft toothbrush and kids toothpaste. To reduce inflammation and swollen gums kids mouthwash easily available in medical stores, can be used twice daily or as directed on the label. Give Proper diet enriched in vitamins and minerals.The symptoms should be subside by 2-3 days. As far as glossy eye is concerned it may also be because of lack of sleep due to the painful gums, most probably it will become normal as soon as the gum problem is solved. If the gum sumptoms do not subside, please visit dentist to investigate further and provide appropriate treatment.
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Why My Kid Is Having Swollen Gums And Glossy Eyes?

Usually it is said and believed that gingivitis(inflammation of gums) is a disease of adults. But current idiology is changing day by day. The oral bacteria do not discriminate between age and tooth type. In this case it may be due to any type of infection. Genetics may also be a factor here i.e. if any of the family member is suffering from the periodontal disease, there is increased chances of developing gingival (gum) problem in children. So extra precautions should be taken regarding oral hygiene and frequent visit to dentist. Provide extra care to the child by brushng properly using extra soft toothbrush and kids toothpaste. To reduce inflammation and swollen gums kids mouthwash easily available in medical stores, can be used twice daily or as directed on the label. Give Proper diet enriched in vitamins and minerals.The symptoms should be subside by 2-3 days. As far as glossy eye is concerned it may also be because of lack of sleep due to the painful gums, most probably it will become normal as soon as the gum problem is solved. If the gum sumptoms do not subside, please visit dentist to investigate further and provide appropriate treatment.