A dentist gives the best and worst foods for sore gums, based on what is causing the soreness.
Plus, what to do if the pain doesn’t go away.
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New York City-based dentist
Beyond that, Dr. Chern says inflammation is another main cause of gum soreness, specifically gingivitis.
Dr. Chern says another cause of sore gums iscanker sores,shallow ulcers that form in your mouth.
These pesky sores can pop up at any time on the lips, cheeks, tongue, or gums.
The last major cause of sore gums, according to Dr. Chern, is spicy food.
Eating spicy foods doesnt automatically make your gums feel sore, but if youre sensitive, they certainly can.
The good news is that sore gums is a temporary problem.
(If this is not the case for you, definitely book a dentist appointment.)
This still leaves plenty on the table.
Oh, and ice cream of courseits practically a must after enduring dental work IMHO.
New York City-based dentist
It comes down to this: You want to keep your food and drinks bland.
Sometimes, temperature extremes can irritate sore gums that are ulcerated, Dr. Chern adds.
The big takeaway here is mildness, both in terms of taste and temperature.
Its always been by go-to, she says.
Yep, anything spicy or extremely hot or cold.
Carbonated beverages [also] have a low pH and are acidic in nature, Dr. Chern says.
She also adds thats its best to avoid alcohol too, which is also known to irritate the gums.
Sticking to these food rules should help your gums heal faster.
Ditto if the pain is so bad that you literally cant eat or function properlythats no way to live.
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