Duration of inflammation of the gums
Since the duration of gingivitis depends on the causes and the general condition of the person affected, it is unfortunately not possible to give an exact time. If an acute inflammation occurs due to an injury to the gums, it usually heals within a week. Of course, there are also cases in which healing is slowed down and the pain persists for several weeks, such as in the case of an aggravated tooth eruption.
Inflamed gums after localization
Inflammation of the gums very often occurs due to inadequate dental hygiene. Molars are generally larger than front teeth and because they are located very far back in the jaw, they are often difficult to see and difficult to reach with a toothbrush. As a result, it is often difficult to brush them, which leads to plaque and later tartar.
If this is never removed properly, it can lead to gum inflammation and pain. Good dental hygiene, which is supported by professional tooth cleaning, is then essential. Gingivitis very often occurs under bridges.
The reason for this is the often neglected, difficult dental care. The bridge pontic is a catchment area for food residues. Especially meat fibres and similar substances tend to settle there.In addition, these areas are difficult to clean and can often only be cleaned with interspace brushes or other special utensils.
The plaque and food residues that have formed often lead to gingivitis. Another possibility for an inflammation on a newly inserted bridge is that the bridge member is too tightly attached to the gums and thus irritates them. If the inflammation of the gums is extremely severe or caused by a general disease, it can happen that it spreads.
General illnesses are also called systemic, as they affect the whole “system”, i.e. the entire body. For example, hormonal changes, puberty, but also blood diseases or diabetes mellitus can affect the oral mucosa. Local factors for an inflammation under the tongue are the salivary glands. These can become inflamed by a salivary stone or other factors, causing redness or pain under the tongue.
