Why do my gums swell during menstruation?

During menstruation, due to changes in hormones in women's bodies, the body will also undergo changes that are different from usual. Many women will find that their gums are swollen and painful during menstruation, which seriously affects the normal function of the oral cavity and also damages a woman's appetite. At this time, you need to understand why your gums are swollen and painful during menstruation so that you can choose targeted treatment methods.

The reason why women have swollen and painful gums during menstruation is that the secretion of estrogen increases before menstruation, causing the proliferation and edema of gum cells, which will compress the pain nerves. The dental nerves will be extra sensitive at this time, so the teeth that usually do not hurt will show a slight soreness at this time. When menstruation comes, the blood flow to the uterus increases, causing the blood vessels in the dental pulp and periodontal membrane to dilate and become congested, making it more likely to cause toothache when stimulated by external stimuli. At the same time as toothache, there may also be mild gingival bleeding, which is also related to the increase in hormone levels. As estrogen levels decrease, gum bleeding will naturally disappear. Rinse your mouth with clean water after eating and tap your upper and lower teeth more often. When your gums bleed, you can rinse your mouth with salt water. Use a soft toothbrush and avoid eating hard foods. Eat more vegetables and fruits containing vitamin C. Generally, after the menstruation is over, the swollen gums will be relieved and the toothache will disappear.

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1. Reduce stimulation to teeth

During the period of swollen and painful gums, eating hot, cold, sour, sweet and other irritating foods will aggravate the pain. It is recommended to eat less of these foods and choose liquid or soft foods to reduce irritation to the gums and teeth.

2. Pay attention to oral hygiene

Women should pay special attention to oral hygiene during menstruation. It is recommended to use Pudilan Kening toothpaste every morning and evening. The toothpaste contains Pudilan active essence ingredients, which can effectively inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria in the mouth and improve oral inflammation problems such as swollen gums!

3. Take good care of your gums

When your gums are swollen and painful, try to avoid irritating them. Use a soft toothbrush when brushing your teeth, and don't brush too hard. You should also reduce the intake of hard foods to avoid irritating the gums and aggravating the pain.

4. Balanced nutrition

Pay attention to the intake of various nutrients, eat more calcium-containing foods, or foods rich in vitamins and crude fiber. Eat less spicy, cold, hot and other irritating foods, and quit smoking and drinking.

5. Go to the hospital for regular check-ups

If you have symptoms such as bleeding gums or gingivitis, you should go to a regular hospital for examination and treatment in time. Go to the hospital for regular dental check-ups 1-2 times a year and take care of your oral health as much as possible.