Hi Dr. Stephen, i just took my daughter to see the dentist and she wasn t sure if my daughter has gum infection or fungus. Then we took her to her doctor. She said my daughter has gum infection an prescribed her antibiotic . Now she doesnt have fever , but it seems like the infection is spreading out and getting worse. Im thinking taking her to the emergency room. So can you give me an advise? tks a lot.
Hello there, poor oral hygiene and deficiency of vitamin C can cause gum inflammation at young age. It shows symptoms like redness, swelling and bleeding of gums. Viral and bacterial infection worsen the condition. At home, you can ask your daughter to rinse her mouth regularly with warm saline water, antiseptics like Betadine, chlorexidine etc. that gives soothing effect. See your dentist soon. Thorough professional ultrasonic cleaning of gums and root planing followed by a course of medicines will solve her problem. I hope that helps you, take care.