Lesion Formed On The Gum. Have Gingivitis. What To Do?

Hi,
Thank you for the query.
According to the history it suggests you have developed periodontal abscess or gingival abscess .
Infection in the gingiva is the cause for the formation of lesion .
This has to be treated by draining the abscess and curettage if required should be done . As you said there is formation of small white head over the lesion it is suggesting of erupting abscess .
I would advise you to see your dentist for clinical examination and this has to be followed by a course of antibiotics and analgesics .
Hope this information helps you.

Hello,
Thanks for sharing your concern with us.
Gingival abscess is a dental problem where a pus-filled sac is formed in the gingiva of the teeth.
People who have cavities or toothaches can take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicines, such as ibuprofen (Advil) or naproxen (Aleve), as needed for relief of pain and inflammation. These medications will help the pain, but they will not treat the infection.
If an abscess ruptures by itself, warm-water rinses will help cleanse the mouth and encourage drainage. Even then, a follow-up visit to your dentist is important.
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Dr Neha Gupta
Dentist

hi and welcome,
Your history says you have developed an abscess on the gums which can either be a Gingival Abscess that is related to gums or

It can be a Periodontal abscess that is tooth related , infection from the tooth may drain to the surrounding tissue in the form of abscess.

This can be confirmed only after clinical examination and by taking a X RAY .

if it is gingival abscess , you need deep currettage of the gums to remove the irritants from the gum pocket and excise the lesion followed by a course of antibiotics.

if it is a periodontal abscess , the underlying tooth needs to be treated and abscess drained .
i hope this helps,
take care.

There are a variety of conditions that can cause your gums to be sore.Some ailments
are of dental origin and some are not. You may need professional help from a dentist or
physician.Flossing too vigorously can also physically injure your gums and cause bleeding and
pain and sores.If the condition gets worse, see your dentist immediately.Gargle with warm salt water off and on throughout the day as needed. Rinse your mouth out with fresh water when you're done.Brush your teeth at least twice a day, but use a medium-bristled brush. Use a good toothbrush.Use ice on your gums to ease the pain.

dear friend
since you already know that you have gingivitis you must maintain good oral hygiene gingivitis can be completely cured taking following measures by
brushing twice daily ( if possible after each meal),
using a mouthwash periodically,
if required getting scaling done periodically ,
gingivitis is mild and reversible condition but periodontitis is alarming which causes pocket , pus,
(suppuration) and ultimately a bone damage . when the surrounding bone damages tooth becomes loose and falls off.
now coming to the lesion on your gum, this could be a simple gigival fibrosis as you said you have no pain there but if there is associated pain or puss then that shows evidence of pocket there .
i would suggest you just do warm saline rinse for three to five days thrice daily . keep it under observation for five days, if you find any changes report the dentist else needn't worry it will regress on its own,
remember you have to look for these changes in the lesion that is whether it is increasing in size , becoming painful, redness , swelling and bleeding etc then visit the dentist else need not worry
it will regress
thank you