Hello, I m 22 and I ve been diagnosed with general aggressive periodontal disease. Due to long time non healing ulcers I wasn t able to brush my teeth properly from November to june. Now my ulcers have healed and I m giving it my 100% to save my teeth as I ve lost my 90% of jawbone.I have been stressing alot about this but after ulcers I still had a slight swelling behind my upper front tooth it s been ok up till now but today all of a sudden it swelled up a lot and it s hurting aswell it s a big lump now.I have an appointment with my dentist in a week, is this something serious or can you please help.Thank you
Hellooo...read through your query...the problem regarding swelling(periodontal abscess most probably) can be reduced by taking antibiotics(amoxicillin+metronidazole)for 5 days....can take diclofenac painkiller too if pain persists....do salt water gargling twice daily...use Listerine mouthwash twice daily(good for gum health).and go to dentist and get scaling done...depending on X-rays he will plan for the treatment regarding periodontitis....don't worry...maintain good oral hygiene...and be happy...that's the best treatment....hope your benefitted something by my reply.have a healthy day!!!