{"id":74,"date":"2022-05-04T16:33:27","date_gmt":"2022-05-04T16:33:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cordesorthodontics.com\/blog\/?p=74"},"modified":"2022-06-15T16:36:51","modified_gmt":"2022-06-15T16:36:51","slug":"swollen-gums-with-braces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cordesorthodontics.com\/blog\/2022\/05\/04\/swollen-gums-with-braces\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Deal with Swollen Gums Due to Braces"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cordesorthodontics.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pointing-to-braces.jpg\" alt=\"Woman with braces pointing towards her gums.\" class=\"wp-image-75\" width=\"270\" height=\"180\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cordesorthodontics.com\/orthodontic-services.html\">braces<\/a> can affect a lot of things inside your mouth. Not only are they working to slowly shift your teeth into a preferable position, but they can also cause swelling in your gums! This is fairly common in patients with braces, and although it\u2019s usually temporary it can also sometimes be permanent. In any case, it can be treated! Here are some reasons for why having braces might cause your gums to swell, along with some things you can do about it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Do Braces Cause Swollen Gums?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A patient\u2019s gums are usually expected to swell right after receiving\nbraces or having them adjusted, but why does this happen? There are a few primary\ncauses:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Poor oral hygiene<\/strong> \u2013 Food and dental\nplaque can easily stick to your braces, causing bacteria to grow and induce\ninflammation.<\/li><li><strong>Underlying health conditions<\/strong> \u2013 Patients with\nconditions like diabetes or obesity are more susceptible to inflamed gums.<\/li><li><strong>Response to tooth movement<\/strong> \u2013 The steady pressure\napplied by braces to move your teeth can cause gum discomfort. <\/li><li><strong>Gum disease<\/strong> \u2013 Poor oral hygiene and\nplaque buildup can also lead to conditions like gingivitis and gingival\nhyperplasia, the overgrowth of gum tissue around the teeth.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can Swollen Gums Be Treated?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Swollen gums are usually a bodily reaction in response to\nthe changes being made inside of your mouth, so giving your mouth a few days to\nadapt to the brackets and wires can help. Practicing better oral hygiene can also\nlend a hand to your irritated gums. You may need to brush or floss more often,\nor even adjust your brushing techniques to effectively keep your mouth and braces\nclean. There are also special flossers and mouthwashes that can keep plaque and\nfood particles from gathering\u2014even rinsing with warm salt water a few times a\nday can make an immense difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Taking over-the-counter anti-inflammatories can also help,\nas can avoiding tough, hard-to-chew foods. If your swollen gums are causing extra\ntissue to develop (gingival hyperplasia), the excess tissue usually subsides\nonce your braces have been taken off. However, it can also be removed by your\ndentist if necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Swollen gums are certainly an uncomfortable part of having\nbraces, but it\u2019s a small price to pay for the improved smile that\u2019s on the horizon.\nLuckily, the causes for swollen gums are easily identifiable and there are many\nways to remedy the situation and make your treatment process much more comfortable.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. David W. Cordes has been helping patients achieve their\nsmile goals for well over two decades! Dr. Cordes completed his dental\ndoctorate at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine and is a\nmember of many professional organizations including the American Dental Association,\nthe American Association of Orthodontics, and the Northeastern Society of\nOrthodontics. If you have any questions about braces or would like to schedule\nan appointment with Dr. Cordes, he can be reached through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cordesorthodontics.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or by\ntelephone: (860) 749-1909.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your braces can affect a lot of things inside your mouth. Not only are they working to slowly shift your teeth into a preferable position, but they can also cause swelling in your gums! This is fairly common in patients with braces, and although it\u2019s usually temporary it can also sometimes be permanent. 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