Dental Insurance Plus, Why are the back of my gums swollen?
My teeth seem to be fine but my gums in the back bottom of my mouth look to be swollen and are a little sore. Â
Answer: One of the main reason for swollen gums is gingivitis. Gingivitis (Gum Disease) is inflammation of the gum lining at the base of the teeth. Generally mild cases of gingivitis will respond to increased dental hygiene (regularly, daily brushing and flossing) to remove bacteria and food debris between the gum and the teeth. However, more severe cases of gingivitis may require a deeper dental cleaning, which can be performed at your dentist’s office.
