What should women do if their gums are swollen and painful during menstruation?

Swollen and painful gums have a certain impact on people's lives, and most women don't know what to do when their gums are swollen and painful during menstruation. We must pay more attention to this situation. Especially when caring for your teeth during menstruation, you should stay away from the stimulation of cold water.

1. Pay attention to oral hygiene

During menstruation, you should pay more attention to oral hygiene. Because the gums are swollen and painful, you can add a little salt to the water when rinsing your mouth to relieve the pain. When brushing your teeth, it is best to choose a soft-bristled brush head to reduce irritation to the gums. Good brushing habits must be paid attention to. In addition to brushing your teeth in the morning and evening, you should also brush your teeth after every meal. The time for brushing your teeth in the morning and evening should not be less than five minutes. Brushing from top to bottom is the most correct way to brush your teeth. At the same time, in order to ensure the health of your oral gums, you should replace your toothbrush every three months.

2. Diet conditioning work

In addition to paying attention to oral hygiene, you can add more vegetables and fruits rich in vitamin C to your daily diet. Vitamin C can effectively relieve swollen and painful gums. In addition, you can also eat more calcium-rich foods, which can promote the development of the lower jaw and enhance the health of teeth and gums. If the pain is unbearable, it is best to go to the hospital to get some painkillers. If your gums are still swollen and painful when your period ends, it is best to go to a dental hospital to check if there are any problems with your teeth.

3. Reduce the stimulation of cold, heat and acid to teeth during menstruation.

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. If the pain is unbearable or if you have wisdom teeth, you should go to the hospital for a check-up.